Chicken and Broccoli Braid

Elevate your dinner game with this irresistibly flaky Chicken and Broccoli Braid, a crowd-pleasing combination of creamy, cheesy goodness and tender filling wrapped in golden crescent roll dough. Packed with cooked chicken, fresh broccoli florets, sharp cheddar cheese, and a hint of ranch dressing, this dish is as flavorful as it is visually stunning. Braided to perfection, it’s brushed with an egg wash for a glossy, bakery-style finish that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect as a weeknight dinner or a show-stopping appetizer, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just under 45 minutes and serves six. Whether you’re hosting a family meal or impressing guests, the Chicken and Broccoli Braid strikes the perfect balance between hearty and elegant.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken
• 1.5 cups Broccoli florets
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 ounces Cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons Ranch dressing
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 package Canned crescent roll dough (seamless sheet preferred)
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tablespoon Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, broccoli florets, shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, ranch dressing, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined.

Step 3

On a floured surface, roll out the crescent roll dough into a large rectangle. If using regular crescent rolls, press the seams together to form a continuous sheet.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

Using a sharp knife or scissors, make 1-inch diagonal cuts along both long sides of the dough, leaving a 4-inch wide center strip uncut in the middle.

Step 6

Spread the chicken and broccoli mixture evenly along the center strip of the dough.

Step 7

Starting at one end, fold the strips of dough over the filling, alternating sides to create a braided appearance. Tuck the ends underneath to seal.

Step 8

In a small bowl, beat the egg with the water to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash all over the braided dough to give it a golden, glossy finish when baked.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the braid is golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your delightful Chicken and Broccoli Braid!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1181.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3064.4

Total Fat 201.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 882.7mg	0%
Sodium 4820.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 24.0g
Protein 194.7g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 1088.0mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 1311.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.4%

Protein: 25.6%

Carbs: 15.0%