A fun, show-stopping twist on classic cordon bleu—flaky crescent dough wrapped around chicken, ham, and melty cheese, baked into a golden ring. Perfect for parties or a cozy dinner centerpiece!
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1½ cups shredded Swiss or mozzarella cheese
Creamy filling mix:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
Optional topping:
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds or parsley
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven
Set to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking tray. - Prepare filling
In a bowl, mix chicken, ham, cheese, mayo (or yogurt), Dijon, garlic powder, and pepper. - Arrange dough
Place crescent triangles in a circle on the tray with wide ends overlapping in the center and points facing outward (like a sun shape). - Add filling
Spoon mixture around the center ring. - Form the ring
Fold the pointed ends over the filling and tuck under the base to seal. - Brush & bake
Brush with egg wash and sprinkle seeds/herbs.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown. - Cool slightly & serve
Slice like a ring and serve warm.
🌿 Anti-Inflammatory Touch
- Use Greek yogurt instead of mayo
- Choose lean chicken and low-sodium ham
- Add spinach or herbs for extra nutrients
- Serve with a fresh side salad
💡 Tips
- Don’t overfill or it may leak
- Let it rest 5–10 minutes before slicing
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience
🥗 Nutrition (Approx. per serving)
- Calories: ~350–450
- Protein: ~20–25g
- Rich and satisfying
🧮 WW Points (Estimated)
- Standard: ~8–11 points
- Lighter version: ~6–8 points
🔄 Variations
- Spicy: add jalapeños or chili flakes
- Turkey version: swap ham for turkey
- Garlic butter crust: brush with garlic butter before baking