Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsLucia | Italian RestaurantCroissant Pollo E Pesto Recipe

Croissant Pollo E Pesto Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Jumbo Croissant stuffed with Chicken, Mozzarella, Pesto and Greens.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Shred the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Filling

    In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mozzarella cheese (shredded or cubed), pesto sauce, and mixed greens. Stir until well combined.

  3. 3

    Stuff the Croissants

    Carefully slice each jumbo croissant in half lengthwise. Spoon the chicken and pesto mixture generously into each croissant half.

  4. 4

    Bake the Croissants

    Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Place the stuffed croissants on a baking sheet and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the croissants are golden and the cheese is melted.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm. Enjoy your Croissant Pollo e Pesto!

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