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Bacon Chicken Croissant

A buttery, flaky croissant stuffed with juicy chicken, crispy bacon, and melted cheese — perfect for brunch or lunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Breakfast, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or sliced
  • 6 slices bacon cooked until crispy
  • 4 slices cheese Swiss, cheddar, or provolone
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise optional
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard optional
  • salt and black pepper to taste
Croissants
  • 4 croissants large, split in half
  • 1 tbsp butter melted, for brushing
Optional Add-ons
  • lettuce leaves optional
  • tomato slices optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy, then drain on paper towels.
  3. Slice or shred cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Mix mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper; spread inside each croissant.
  5. Layer chicken, bacon, and cheese; top with croissant lid.
  6. Brush tops with melted butter and bake 8–10 minutes until cheese melts and croissants are golden.
  7. Serve warm with salad, fries, or soup.

Notes

Use leftover rotisserie chicken for an even quicker prep.