Chicken and Cheese Croissant Breakfast Casserole
Start your day on a delicious note with this Chicken and Cheese Croissant Breakfast Casserole. This easy-to-make dish layers buttery croissants, tender chicken, and gooey melted cheese, creating a delightful blend of flavors and textures. Perfect for brunch gatherings or a special family meal, this casserole is sure to impress everyone at the table. Not only is it simple to prepare, but you can also make it ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Enjoy the comfort of this hearty breakfast bake that promises to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large croissants, torn into pieces
- 2 cups diced cooked chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a baking dish lightly with cooking spray or butter.
- Layer half of the torn croissant pieces in the baking dish.
- Add half of the diced chicken evenly over the croissants, followed by half of the shredded cheese.
- Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until puffed and golden brown on top.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 220mg