Saint Louis Recipe
Croissant roll + Grilled chicken breast + Cajun spice & pepper-jack cheese
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Ingredients
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Croissant Roll
Grilled Chicken Breast
Cheese
Method
Croissant Roll Preparation
- 1
- 2
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 3
Roll and Shape
After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle. Fold the dough into thirds like a letter, then roll it out again and fold again. Repeat this process 3-4 times to create layers.
- 4
Cut and Proof
Cut the dough into triangular shapes for croissants. Roll each triangle from the base to the tip. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- 5
Bake
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the croissants for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Grilled Chicken Preparation
- 6
Prepare the Chicken
Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, Cajun spice, salt, and black pepper. Ensure the chicken is evenly coated.
- 7
Assembling the Dish
- 8
Assemble
Slice the grilled chicken breast. Take a croissant roll and place sliced chicken on the bottom half. Top with pepper-jack cheese slices.
- 9
Melt the Cheese
If desired, place the assembled croissant in a warm oven or under a broiler for a few minutes to melt the cheese.
- 10
Serve
Close the croissant and serve warm. Enjoy your Saint Louis sandwich!