Description
Baked chicken and Cheese Croissants are a delightful treat that combines buttery, flaky pastry with savory chicken and gooey cheese. Perfect for brunch, quick snacks, or cozy meals at home, these croissants are sure to impress your family and friends. With a blend of flavors and textures, they make a great addition to any gathering. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this recipe is versatile—customize it with different cheeses or herbs to match your taste. Whether enjoyed warm out of the oven or as part of a meal prep plan, these cheesy croissant bites will be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 mini croissants
- 4 slices smoked cheddar cheese (or regular cheddar)
- ¾ pound deli-cut chicken
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large egg white
- Poppy seeds (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, yellow mustard, honey, and Worcestershire sauce until well blended.
- Slice each mini croissant in half lengthwise and spread the mixture on both sides.
- Layer half a slice of smoked cheddar cheese followed by a portion of chicken.
- Place the assembled croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush tops with egg white and sprinkle poppy seeds.
- Bake for about 18 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini croissant
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg