Bacon Chicken Croissant A Must-Try Flavor Explosion!
A delicious and hearty Bacon Chicken Croissant filled with crispy bacon, tender chicken, and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large croissants, preferably day-old
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 6 strips thick-cut bacon
- 4 leaves fresh lettuce, washed and dried
- 2 tablespoons fresh mixed herbs (parsley, chives, thyme)
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Fresh black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Let them rest at room temperature for 10 minutes to absorb the seasonings.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon strips until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels, reserving 1 tablespoon of bacon fat.
- Heat a grill pan or skillet with the reserved bacon fat over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- Slice croissants horizontally and lightly toast them. Brush the inside with softened butter for extra richness and flavor.
- Layer the bottom half of each croissant with lettuce, sliced chicken, crispy bacon, and fresh herbs. Top with the other croissant half and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, try marinating the chicken in herbs overnight.
- This recipe is best served fresh but can be prepared in advance and assembled before serving.
- Feel free to customize with additional toppings like avocado or tomato.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant sandwich
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 47g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg