Chicken Ham Swiss Crescent Braid
A golden, flaky crescent braid filled with tender chicken, savory ham, and melted Swiss cheese. Perfect for dinner or brunch, it combines creamy, savory flavors with a buttery, flaky crust.
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 medium bowl
- 1 knife
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup Swiss cheese shredded or sliced
- 1 can 8 oz refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional)
- 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix shredded chicken, diced ham, Swiss cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and optional parsley until evenly combined.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough onto the prepared baking sheet and press seams together to form one rectangle.
- Using a knife, cut 1-inch strips along both sides of the dough, leaving the center intact for the filling.
- Spread the chicken and ham mixture evenly down the center strip of the dough.
- Fold the side strips over the filling alternately from left to right to form a braided pattern; press ends to seal.
- Brush the top of the braid with the beaten egg for a golden, shiny crust.
- Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until the braid is golden brown and flaky.
- Allow the braid to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
- Add spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds or bagel seasoning before baking.