Chicken Cordon Bleu Crescent Braid

This Chicken Cordon Bleu Crescent Braid is the ultimate comfort food twist—flaky golden pastry wrapped around juicy chicken, savory ham, and melty cheese. Every bite is rich, cheesy, and incredibly satisfying.

Perfect for dinner, parties, or an easy family meal, this recipe is simple to make but looks absolutely impressive.

Ingredients

For the Filling:

• 2 large chicken breasts (cooked & sliced)
• 6–8 slices ham
• 6–8 slices Swiss cheese (or mozzarella)

For the Sauce (optional but recommended):

• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp flour
• 1 cup (240 ml) milk
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

For the Dough:

• 2 cans crescent roll dough

For Topping:

• 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Sauce

Melt butter in a pan. Add flour and cook for 1 minute.

Slowly whisk in milk until smooth and thick.

Season with salt, pepper, and Dijon mustard. Set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Dough

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

Lay crescent dough flat on parchment paper and pinch seams together.

Cut diagonal strips on both sides, leaving the center solid for filling.

Step 3: Assemble

Layer in the center:

• chicken
• ham
• cheese

(Optional: add a bit of sauce for extra flavor)

Fold the strips over the filling, alternating sides to create a braid.

Step 4: Bake

Brush with egg wash.

Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Step 5: Serve

Let cool slightly, slice, and serve warm.

(Optional: drizzle extra sauce on top)

Pro Tips

• Use rotisserie chicken for faster prep
• Don’t overfill to keep shape intact
• Add extra cheese for more meltiness

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Crispy outside, creamy inside
• Easy but looks gourmet
• Perfect for sharing
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