CHICKEN 'N' BROCCOLI BRAID

Chicken 'n' Broccoli Braid image

Beautiful braided breads really dress up events. It's full of chicken and veggies, and it's surrounded by a buttery crust. I love to make this simple, tasty dish for my family.-Dana Rabe, West Richland, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup chopped fresh broccoli
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2 teaspoons dill weed
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls
1 large egg white, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons slivered almonds

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Stir in mayonnaise. Unroll both tubes of crescent dough onto an ungreased baking sheet; press together, forming a 15x12-in. rectangle. Seal seams and perforations. Spoon filling lengthwise down the center third of dough., On each long side, cut dough 3 in. toward the center at 1-1/2-in. intervals, forming strips. Bring one strip from each side over filling; pinch ends to seal. Repeat. Pinch ends of loaf to seal. , Brush with egg white; sprinkle with almonds. Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until crust is golden brown and filling is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457 calories, Fat 31g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 719mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.