Description
Brunch Baked Chicken and Cheese Croissants are a delightful way to elevate your mornings. With their flaky, buttery layers encasing savory chicken and gooey cheese, these croissants make for a satisfying breakfast or brunch dish that everyone will enjoy. Perfect for busy weekdays or leisurely weekend gatherings, this easy-to-follow recipe takes just 30 minutes from start to finish. Customize the ingredients to suit your taste and impress family and friends with this deliciously simple meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Croissants
- 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 8 slices Chicken (substitute with turkey if preferred)
- 4 slices Cheese (such as Swiss, cheddar, or mozzarella)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (or olive oil for dairy-free)
- Optional: Poppy Seeds and Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice each croissant in half horizontally and spread Dijon mustard on the bottom halves.
- Layer two slices of chicken on top, followed by one slice of cheese.
- Replace the tops of the croissants.
- Melt butter in a small bowl and brush over each croissant. Sprinkle with poppy seeds if desired.
- Bake for approximately 15 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 261
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 435mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 37mg