Description
These Cream Cheese Chicken Croissants are a savory delight that combines tender chicken, creamy cheese, and flaky croissant dough for a delicious meal or snack. Perfect for a cozy night in or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer at your next gathering.
Ingredients
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For the Filling:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Croissants:
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking sheet.
- Mix Filling: In a bowl, combine chicken, cream cheese, green onions, red bell pepper, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble Croissants: Separate crescent roll dough into triangles. Spoon chicken mixture onto each triangle. Roll up and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Brush croissants with melted butter and sprinkle breadcrumbs on top. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!
Notes
- You can customize the filling with your favorite ingredients like spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or different cheeses.
- These croissants can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
