Description
Baked chicken and cheese croissants are a delicious twist on a classic favorite, perfect for brunch, snacks, or gatherings. These buttery treats combine tender chicken with savory melted cheese enveloped in flaky mini croissants, creating an irresistible flavor that will delight everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 mini croissants
- 4 slices smoked cheddar cheese (or regular cheddar)
- ¾ pound deli-cut chicken
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (or substitute with a non-alcoholic option)
- 1 large egg white
- Poppy seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together softened butter, mustard, honey, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
- Slice each mini croissant in half horizontally and spread the butter mixture generously on both halves.
- Layer pieces of chicken and cheese inside each croissant half.
- Place assembled croissants on the prepared baking sheet, brush with egg white, sprinkle poppy seeds on top, and bake for about 18 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Customize with your favorite cheese or additional ingredients.
- Serve warm for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Baked Chicken, Chicken Ham, Croissants, Brunch, Snack