Introduction

These Chicken Cream Cheese Croissants are a delicious and easy-to-make savory treat. Soft croissants filled with a creamy chicken mixture, flavored with fresh vegetables and seasonings, make for a perfect snack or light meal. You’ll love how comforting and flavorful they turn out.

The image shows four golden brown croissants cut in half and filled with a creamy, chunky salad mixture. The filling has white and light pink pieces of chicken or tuna, mixed with small green vegetable bits like spinach or herbs, and some bacon bits, all coated in a white creamy sauce. The croissants are placed in a single line on a white rectangular plate sitting on a light grey cloth on a white marbled surface. Small sprigs of fresh dill are scattered on the plate and around it for garnish. In the background, there are two plain croissants on a white plate stacked on another white plate. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups shredded chicken
2 pop cans croissants
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 bunch green onions, diced
¼ cup bell pepper, chopped and diced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons milk
1 egg (optional, for egg wash)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and butter until blended. Add the milk; the mixture might be chunky if the cream cheese is not fully softened, which is fine.
Step 3: Stir in the shredded chicken, diced green onions, chopped bell pepper, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Step 4: On a cutting board, unroll one tube of croissants. Pinch together the cut lines to form four larger rectangles from the original eight croissants.
Step 5: Place about ¼ cup of the chicken mixture in the center of each rectangle. Fold the corners up and pinch them together to seal the filling inside.
Step 6: In a small bowl, whisk the egg and brush it over each croissant for a golden finish (optional).
Step 7: Bake the croissants for 13–15 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and serve warm.

Tips & Variations

Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut to shredded chicken.
Try adding shredded cheese to the filling for extra richness.
Swap bell pepper for finely diced jalapeños if you prefer a bit of heat.
For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with cooked mushrooms or spinach.

Storage

Store leftover croissants in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5–7 minutes to restore crispiness. These croissants are best enjoyed fresh but can also be frozen before baking for up to one month; bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.

How to Serve

A flaky, golden-brown croissant sandwich is split open and filled with a creamy chicken salad mixed with purple grape slices and light green celery pieces, resting on a fresh, dark green leafy lettuce base. The sandwich sits on white parchment paper atop a white plate, placed on a white marbled surface. In the background, there is a small cluster of deep red grapes on the left and another croissant sandwich slightly out of focus. A sprig of fresh dill and a soft peach-colored cloth are also visible near the plate. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen cooked chicken for this recipe?

Yes, frozen cooked chicken can be used as long as it is fully thawed and shredded before mixing with the other ingredients.

Is it necessary to brush the croissants with egg?

Brushing with egg is optional but helps achieve a shiny, golden brown crust. If you prefer, you can omit the egg wash for a more matte finish.

Chicken Cream Cheese Croissants Recipe

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Delicious and savory Chicken Cream Cheese Croissants filled with a creamy blend of shredded chicken, cream cheese, green onions, and bell peppers, baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a comforting appetizer or a hearty snack.

Author: Ella
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 8 croissants 1x
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Filling

2 Cups Shredded Chicken
1 8oz Cream Cheese, softened
1 bunch Green Onions, diced
¼ cup Bell Pepper, chopped and diced
½ teaspoon Salt
¼ teaspoon Pepper
2 tablespoon Butter, softened
2 tablespoon Milk

Croissants

2 Pop Cans Croissants (8 croissants per can, pre-cut)

Optional

1 Egg (for egg wash)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the croissants evenly.
Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Stir in the milk – the mixture might be slightly chunky if the cream cheese isn’t fully softened, which is okay. Add shredded chicken, diced green onions, diced bell pepper, salt, and pepper; mix everything until well combined.
Prepare Croissants: Unroll one can of croissants onto a cutting board. The croissants are pre-cut into triangles; pinch together the cut lines between every two pieces to create four rectangles from the eight croissants.
Fill Croissants: Place about ¼ cup of the chicken mixture in the center of each rectangle. Bring the corners of the dough together over the filling and pinch firmly to seal the croissants tightly.
Apply Egg Wash (Optional): In a small bowl, whisk the egg and brush it evenly over the tops of each filled croissant to give them a glossy, golden finish when baked.
Bake: Place the filled croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or silicone mat. Bake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes, or until the croissants turn golden brown and cooked through.
Serve: Remove the croissants from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm as a snack or appetizer.

Notes

Make sure the cream cheese is softened for easier mixing; if not softened, expect some lumps in the filling.
Shredded chicken can be prepared ahead or use leftover cooked chicken.
Egg wash is optional but recommended for a shiny, golden crust.
To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute croissants with gluten-free pastry dough.

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