Brunch Baked Chicken and Cheese Croissants
Enjoy a delightful start to your day with these Brunch Baked Chicken and Cheese Croissants. Perfectly flaky croissants envelop savory layers of tender chicken and melted cheese, all enhanced by a hint of tangy Dijon mustard. Whether you’re hosting a special occasion or indulging in a lazy weekend brunch, these easy-to-make croissants will impress your family and friends without requiring hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 croissants (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 8 slices chicken breast or turkey
- 4 slices Swiss cheese (or cheddar/mozzarella)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil for dairy-free)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon poppy seeds, 1 tablespoon parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the croissants on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spread Dijon mustard inside each croissant.
- Layer chicken slices inside the croissants, followed by cheese slices.
- Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with poppy seeds if desired.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg