Chicken Cordon Bleu in Pastry

โฒ๏ธ20 Mins | ๐Ÿฒ5 Ingredients | One-Pot

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Hello Quick Meals
March 06, 2024

Chicken Cordon Bleu in Pastry

Chicken Cordon Bleu Crescents offer a flavorful twist on the classic dish, featuring tender chicken, savory ham, and creamy cheese wrapped in flaky crescent roll pastry. Quick and easy to prepare, these crescents are perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a delicious and satisfying meal in just minutes.

Servings: 2

Prep Time: 10 Mins

Cook Time: 20 Mins

Reasons to enjoy this delicious dish:

  1. Flavorful Combination: These crescents feature a delightful blend of tender chicken, savory ham, creamy cheese, and flaky pastry, creating a mouthwatering flavor experience.

  2. Quick and Easy Preparation: With just a few simple steps, you can whip up this delicious dish in no time, making it perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute meals.

  3. Versatile Presentation: Whether served as a satisfying dinner, a tasty lunch, or even as an appetizer at your next gathering, these crescents are versatile and sure to impress any palate.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1/2 tube (4 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls

  • 2 tablespoons spreadable chive and onion cream cheese

  • 2 thin slices deli ham

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

  • 2 slices Swiss cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. On an ungreased surface, separate the crescent roll dough into two rectangles; press the perforations to seal.

  3. Spread 1 tablespoon of cream cheese lengthwise down the center of each rectangle.

  4. Place 1 slice of ham widthwise over the cream cheese on each rectangle.

  5. Lay 1 chicken breast half in the center of each rectangle.

  6. Wrap the ham around the chicken on each rectangle.

  7. Pinch the dough together around the chicken at each long end, forming points.

  8. Place the wrapped chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.

  9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until a thermometer inserted into the chicken reads 170ยฐF (77ยฐC).

  10. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and top each chicken breast with 1 slice of Swiss cheese.

  11. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the pastry is golden brown.

  12. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious meal for two!

Bon Appรฉtit!

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