Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Baked Chicken and Cheese Croissants, a perfect blend of flaky pastry filled with savory chicken and melted cheese. These easy-to-make croissants are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a quick snack, offering a satisfying treat that everyone will love. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious dish that brings comfort to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 mini croissants
- 4 slices smoked cheddar cheese (halved)
- ¾ pound deli-cut chicken
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (or more to taste)
- 1 large egg white
- Poppy seeds (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Slice each croissant in half horizontally and layer with cheddar cheese and chicken.
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter, mustard, honey, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Spread this mixture inside each croissant sandwich.
- Arrange the assembled croissants in the baking dish. Brush tops with beaten egg white and sprinkle with poppy seeds.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until cheese is melted and tops are golden brown.
- Serve warm for an irresistible treat!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 636mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 46mg