Ingredient Notes & Details

Crescent roll dough

This is the secret to making the recipe quick and easy. Refrigerated crescent dough bakes into a flaky golden crust that holds the filling perfectly.

You can also use crescent dough sheets if available.

Cooked chicken

Shredded rotisserie chicken works wonderfully here. It adds flavor and saves time.

Any leftover roasted or baked chicken will work.

Deli ham

Thin slices of ham bring the classic cordon bleu flavor.

You can substitute turkey ham or smoked turkey if preferred.

Swiss cheese

Swiss cheese is traditional in chicken cordon bleu recipes because it melts beautifully and has a slightly nutty flavor.

Provolone or mozzarella can also be used.

Cream cheese

This adds richness and helps create a creamy filling that binds everything together.

Let it soften first so it mixes easily.

Dijon mustard

A small amount adds depth and a subtle tang that balances the cheese.

It’s a key ingredient in authentic cordon bleu flavor.

Garlic powder

Enhances the overall flavor without overpowering the dish.

Parsley

Fresh or dried parsley adds color and freshness.

Egg (optional)

Brushing the dough with egg wash gives the crescent ring a shiny golden finish
Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.

Step 2: Prepare the filling

In a mixing bowl combine:

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 cup diced ham
  • 4 oz softened cream cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese

Mix until the ingredients are evenly combined and creamy.

Step 3: Arrange the crescent dough

Open two cans of crescent rolls and separate them into triangles.

Arrange the triangles in a circle on the baking sheet with the wide ends overlapping in the center and the points facing outward.

It should look like a sunburst pattern.

Step 4: Add the filling

Spoon the chicken mixture onto the wide center portion of the dough ring.

Keep the filling in a circle so the dough points can fold over it easily.

Step 5: Fold the crescent ring

Take each triangle tip and fold it over the filling toward the center.

Tuck the ends underneath the dough to secure them.

Some filling may peek through — that’s perfectly fine and looks rustic.

Step 6: Brush with egg wash

Beat one egg and brush it lightly over the dough.

This step helps create that beautiful golden crust when baked.

Step 7: Bake

Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes.

The crescent ring should become deep golden brown and flaky.

Step 8: Cool slightly before serving

Let the baked Cordon Bleu Crescent Ring rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

This allows the filling to set slightly and makes serving easier.

Slice like a pie and enjoy!