Chicken 'N' Broccoli Braid Recipe

Name: Chicken 'N' Broccoli Braid
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts; 1 cup chopped fresh broccoli; 4 ounces shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper; 2 teaspoons dill weed; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise; 1/4 cup low-fat plain yogurt; 2 (8 ounce) tubes refrigerated reduced-fat crescent rolls; 1 egg white, lightly beaten; 1 tablespoon slivered almonds

Servings: persons

2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts
1 cup chopped fresh broccoli
4 ounces shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2 teaspoons dill weed
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup low-fat plain yogurt
2 (8 ounce) tubes refrigerated reduced-fat crescent rolls
1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon slivered almonds

1
In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients.
2
Stir in mayonnaise, and yogurt.
3
Unroll both tubes of crescent dough onto an ungreased baking sheet, pressing together forming a 15 inch by 12 inch rectangle.
4
Seal seamsand perferations.
5
Spoon filling lengthwise down the center third of dough.
6
On each long side, cut dough 3 inches toward the center at 1 1/2 inch intervals, forming strips.
7
Bring one strip from each side over filling and pinch ends to seal.
8
Repeat.
9
Pinch ends of loaf to seal.
10
Brush with egg white, and sprinkle with almonds.
11
Bake at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes or until crust is golden brown, and filling is heated through.

584

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts, 1 cup chopped fresh broccoli, 4 ounces shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper, and more.

Yes, Chicken 'N' Broccoli Braid falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken 'N' Broccoli Braid

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Variations & substitutions

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