Description
These Cream Cheese Chicken Croissants are golden, flaky pastry pockets filled with tender shredded chicken, cream cheese, green onions, and bell pepper. They’re easy to make and perfect for dinner, lunch, parties, or a comforting appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 2 cans refrigerated croissant or crescent roll dough
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 bunch green onions, finely chopped
- ¼ cup green bell pepper, finely diced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 egg, beaten, optional for egg wash
For Homemade Shredded Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup water or chicken broth
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Crushed garlic, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and butter until combined.
- Stir in the milk.
- Add the shredded chicken, green onions, diced bell pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
- Unroll one can of croissant dough onto a cutting board. Pinch together the perforated seams between every two triangles to create 4 rectangles. Repeat with the second can.
- Place about ¼ cup of chicken mixture in the center of each dough rectangle.
- Bring the corners toward the center and pinch the dough together to seal the filling inside.
- Arrange the filled croissants on the prepared baking sheet.
- If using the egg wash, whisk the egg and lightly brush it over each croissant.
- Bake for 13–15 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes, then serve warm.
Instant Pot Shredded Chicken
- Pour 1 cup water or chicken broth into the Instant Pot.
- Place the trivet inside and add the chicken breasts.
- Season with salt, pepper, and crushed garlic if desired.
- Close the lid and set the valve to sealing.
- Pressure cook on High for 18 minutes.
- Allow a 20-minute natural pressure release.
- Remove the chicken and shred with two forks.
Notes
- Soften the cream cheese before mixing for a smoother filling.
- Rotisserie chicken is an excellent time-saving option.
- Avoid overfilling the dough or the filling may leak during baking.
- Pinch the dough seams firmly to help keep the croissants closed.
- The egg wash is optional but gives the croissants a shiny golden finish.
- Add shredded cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack for an extra cheesy version.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a 350°F oven or air fryer for the best flaky texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg