Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Cheesy Chicken-Filled Crescents! These flaky pastries boast a buttery croissant exterior stuffed with spiced chicken and gooey cheese, making them perfect for any occasion—from casual dinners to festive gatherings. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice cooks can create this mouthwatering dish. Customize the filling with your favorite veggies or sauces for a personal twist. These crescents are sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g flour
- 700 g chicken thighs
- 75 g yogurt
- 50 g grated cheese
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Assorted spices (cayenne powder, garlic powder, etc.)
- Olive oil and sunflower oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, yeast, yogurt, honey, sunflower oil, and lukewarm water. Mix until combined and knead for 10–12 minutes until smooth.
- Let the dough rise covered for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough into two circles; layer one with melted butter and cheese before placing the second circle on top.
- Cut into triangles, shape into crescents, and let rise again for 30 minutes.
- Bake at 200°C (390°F) for 10–15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cook chicken in olive oil with spices until golden brown, then mix with sauces and fill each crescent.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crescent (approx. 130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 45mg