Chicken and Cheese Croissant Breakfast Casserole
Start your day off with a delicious twist on breakfast with our Chicken and Cheese Croissant Breakfast Casserole. This easy-to-make dish features buttery croissants layered with tender shredded chicken and gooey melted cheese, creating a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for brunch or family breakfasts. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or enjoying a leisurely weekend breakfast, this casserole is sure to become a favorite at your table. It’s simple to prepare, can be made ahead of time, and offers a delightful combination of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Buttery croissants
- Cooked, shredded chicken
- Eggs
- Milk
- Shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Salt
- Pepper
- Optional herbs (thyme or parsley)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, shred the cooked chicken and cut the croissants into bite-sized pieces.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the croissant pieces, followed by half of the chicken, half of the egg mixture, and half of the cheese. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 210mg