Chicken Cheese Croissant
Indulge in the delightful layers of our chicken cheese croissant recipe—a buttery, flaky pastry that envelops savory, tender chicken and gooey Swiss cheese. Perfectly baked to a golden brown, these croissants are not just a meal; they’re an experience. Ideal for brunch gatherings, family dinners, or even as an elegant snack, this recipe combines comfort with culinary charm. The aroma wafting through your kitchen will have everyone eagerly anticipating the first bite! With a simple preparation process and easily accessible ingredients, you’ll find these croissants quickly becoming a favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/3 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 12 flaky croissants (halved horizontally)
- 1 pound thinly sliced smoked deli chicken
- 12 slices Swiss cheese (diagonally sliced)
- 1 large egg white (for egg wash)
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix room temperature butter, Dijon mustard, green onions, honey, sea salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Spread the butter mixture on both sides of each croissant half.
- Layer smoked deli chicken and Swiss cheese on one half of each croissant before topping with the other half.
- Place the assembled croissants in the baking dish and brush the tops with egg white wash.
- Sprinkle poppy seeds on top and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (85g)
- Calories: 274
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 679mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg