These Chicken Alfredo Croissant Muffins are a delightful twist on traditional muffins, combining flaky croissant dough with a creamy chicken Alfredo filling. This recipe is perfect for a quick lunch or a savory snack, making it a great chicken recipe for any occasion.
The preparation is simple, and the result is a deliciously satisfying dish that can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Savory Chicken Alfredo Croissant Muffins
These muffins feature buttery croissant dough filled with a rich chicken Alfredo mixture, baked until golden brown. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and yields 12 muffins, making it ideal for gatherings or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated croissant dough
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Alfredo sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Roll Out the Dough: Unroll the croissant dough and separate it into triangles. Place each triangle into the muffin tin, pressing the dough against the sides and bottom.
- Fill the Muffins: Spoon the chicken Alfredo mixture into each croissant dough cup, filling them generously.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the croissant dough is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tin. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 muffins
- Calories: 210kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 18g