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This Chicken Cordon Bleu Crescent Braid transforms the classic French dish into a stunning, shareable centerpiece—tender chicken, smoky ham, and melted Swiss cheese wrapped in buttery crescent dough and baked until golden. With just 4 simple ingredients, it looks impressive but requires no fancy skills.
Perfect for brunch, holiday gatherings, or a weeknight dinner that feels special.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
🥩 Only 4 ingredients—pantry staples!
⏱️ 15 minutes prep, 20–25 minutes bake💛 Uses refrigerated crescent dough—no rolling!
💸 Costs under $8—feeds 6 generously
🌾 Naturally nut-free & easily gluten-free (use GF dough)Ingredients You’ll Need
(Serves 6)
1 (8 oz) tube refrigerated crescent roll dough (or seamless sheet-style)
1½ cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie or leftover)
4 slices deli ham, chopped or torn into pieces
1½ cups shredded Swiss cheesePlus:
1 egg beaten with
1 tbsp water (for egg wash—optional but traditional)
💡 Pro Tips:
Use room-temperature chicken—cold meat makes dough soggy.Pat chicken dry—removes excess moisture.Seamless dough (like Pillsbury Seamless Crescent) makes braiding easier!Step-by-Step Instructions (Golden, Flaky, Foolproof)