Cordon Bleu Crescent Ring
Introduction
Golden, flaky, cheesy, and packed with classic chicken cordon bleu flavors, this Cordon Bleu Crescent Ring is an easy twist on a family favorite. Tender chicken, savory ham, and melted Swiss cheese are wrapped in buttery crescent dough and baked until beautifully golden. It’s perfect for dinner, brunch, parties, or an impressive appetizer.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
🍗 Tender chicken and savory ham
🧀 Gooey melted Swiss cheese
🥐 Buttery, flaky crescent dough
⏱️ Easy and quick to assemble
🎉 Perfect for parties and gatherings
👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly comfort food
Ingredients
2 tubes refrigerated crescent roll dough
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or finely chopped
8 ounces sliced ham
8 ounces Swiss cheese slices
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, optional
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. 🔥 Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 🥐 Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles.
3. 🔄 Arrange the triangles in a circle on the baking sheet, with the wide ends overlapping in the center and the pointed ends facing outward.
4. 🧀 In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper.
5. 🍗 Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture over the wide ends of the crescent dough.
6. 🥩 Layer the chopped chicken and ham over the dough.
7. 🧀 Add the Swiss cheese evenly over the filling.
8. 🌯 Fold the pointed ends of the crescent dough over the filling and tuck them underneath the inner edge to create a ring.
9. 🥚 Brush the dough lightly with beaten egg.
10. 🌿 Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
11. 🔥 Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the crescent dough is puffed and golden brown.
12. ⏳ Let the ring rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
13. 🌿 Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Tips
🍗 Rotisserie chicken works wonderfully for this recipe.
🧀 Swiss cheese gives it the classic cordon bleu flavor, but provolone or mozzarella can also be used.
🥐 Don’t overfill the ring, or the filling may spill out while baking.
🔥 If the crescent dough browns too quickly, loosely cover it with foil.
🔪 Let the ring cool slightly before slicing so the filling stays inside.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this Cordon Bleu Crescent Ring with a creamy Dijon sauce, honey mustard, ranch dressing, or garlic aioli. Pair it with a green salad, roasted vegetables, potato wedges, or a bowl of soup for a complete meal.
Conclusion
Cordon Bleu Crescent Ring combines tender chicken, flavorful ham, melted Swiss cheese, and buttery crescent dough into one irresistible dish. It’s easy enough for a weeknight dinner yet impressive enough to serve at parties and special gatherings.