Chicken Pesto Pizza Crescent Braid Delight

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Craving a fun twist on pizza night? This Chicken Pesto Pizza Crescent Braid is the perfect solution! Not only is it easy to make, but it also packs a punch of flavor that will impress everyone at your dinner table. This chicken recipe combines the classic tastes of pesto, cheese, and tender chicken, wrapped in buttery crescent dough for a satisfying meal.

Imagine pulling apart a warm, flaky braid filled with cheesy goodness and zesty pesto. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. You might even find yourself making it more often than you’d expect!

Delicious Chicken Pesto Pizza Crescent Braid Recipe

This Chicken Pesto Pizza Crescent Braid is a delightful combination of tender chicken, rich pesto sauce, and gooey cheese, all encased in flaky crescent dough. It’s savory, satisfying, and perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent dough
1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
1/2 cup pesto sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Dough: Unroll the crescent dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Pinch the seams together to form a rectangle.
Mix the Filling: In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, pesto, mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the Braid: Spoon the chicken mixture down the center of the dough. Cut diagonal slits on both sides of the filling, then fold the dough over the filling, alternating sides to form a braid.

Brush with Egg: Brush the top of the braid with beaten egg for a golden finish.
Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool slightly before slicing.
Serve: Slice and serve warm, enjoying the cheesy, flavorful filling!