Here’s a delicious, crowd-pleasing recipe for Chicken Cordon Bleu Crescent Braid—a fun twist on the classic dish using crescent roll dough:
Chicken Cordon Bleu Crescent Braid Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices deli ham
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Dijon mustard for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare chicken: Pound chicken breasts to about 1/2 inch thickness. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Layer ham and cheese: Place ham slices on top of the chicken, then top with cheese. Roll each chicken breast tightly.
- Prepare crescent dough: Roll out crescent dough into a rectangle. Slice the sides into strips about 1 inch wide, leaving the center intact.
- Assemble the braid: Place rolled chicken in the center of the dough. Alternately fold strips from each side over the chicken to create a braid pattern.
- Brush and season: Brush the braid with melted butter and sprinkle with parsley. Optional: brush a thin layer of Dijon mustard before folding for extra flavor.
- Bake: Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).
- Serve: Let rest 5 minutes, then slice and enjoy!
💡 Tips:
- Add a little cream cheese under the ham for extra richness.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables, salad, or mashed potatoes.
- Make smaller individual braids for appetizers or a party platter.
I can also make a visual step-by-step diagram showing the braid assembly—it makes this recipe super easy to follow.
Do you want me to do that?
