Description
Succulent chicken nestled in flaky crescent rolls creates a mouthwatering meal perfect for busy weeknights. Golden-brown pastry wraps around seasoned chicken, promising comfort and flavor in each delightful bite you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cans (8 ounces / 226 grams) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
Vegetables:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chopped spinach or bell peppers
Seasonings and Egg Wash:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), ensuring the rack is positioned in the center for even cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheese, and finely chopped vegetables, creating a harmonious filling mixture.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper into the filling, gently stirring to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Carefully unroll the crescent dough onto a clean, flat surface, separating each triangular section.
- Spoon a generous portion of the prepared filling onto the wide end of each dough triangle, ensuring even distribution.
- Roll each triangle from the wide end to the pointed tip, tucking and pinching the edges to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
- Transfer the rolled crescents onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, positioning them with slight separation to allow proper browning.
- Whisk an egg and gently brush the top of each crescent roll, creating a glossy, golden exterior.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until the rolls turn a rich, golden-brown color.
- Remove from the oven and let the crescents rest for 3-5 minutes, allowing the filling to set and cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is fully cooked and shredded finely to blend seamlessly into the creamy filling.
- Swap cream cheese for dairy-free alternatives like cashew cream for lactose-intolerant diners.
- Customize the rolls with different protein options like pulled pork, turkey, or vegetarian plant-based crumbles for variety.
- Pat excess moisture from vegetables to prevent soggy crescent rolls and maintain a crisp texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg