Chicken and Cheese Croissant Breakfast Casserole
Start your day on a delightful note with this Chicken and Cheese Croissant Breakfast Casserole! This easy-to-make dish layers buttery croissants with tender chicken and gooey melted cheese, creating a comforting breakfast that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or enjoying a cozy family meal, this casserole is sure to impress with its rich flavors and satisfying texture. Plus, it can be prepared the night before, allowing for a stress-free morning!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large croissants, torn into pieces
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup sliced green onions (for topping)
- ½ teaspoon paprika (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine torn croissants and diced chicken.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture over the croissant and chicken mix, ensuring everything is well-coated. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle with green onions and paprika before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 160mg