Description
Culinary magic happens with these savory chicken stuffed crescent rolls, combining tender shredded chicken and creamy cheese in a golden pastry embrace. Delightful comfort comes easy when you can quickly assemble this crowd-pleasing meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (473 ml/16 oz) cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 tube (8 oz/227 g) refrigerated crescent rolls
- ¼ cup (30 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup (40 g) chopped green onions
- ¼ cup (38 g) diced bell pepper (any color)
- ¼ cup (28 g) shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried basil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Setup: Warm the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or cooking spray.
- Filling Fusion: Combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, Parmesan, green onions, bell pepper, garlic powder, dried basil, kosher salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl, creating a harmonious and well-integrated filling.
- Dough Preparation: Unroll crescent roll dough and separate into triangular sections, laying them flat on a clean surface.
- Filling and Rolling: Place a hearty spoonful of chicken mixture near the wide end of each triangle, then carefully roll from the broad edge to the point, completely encasing the filling and ensuring a secure seal.
- Baking Arrangement: Position rolled crescents seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving slight space between each roll. Optionally, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top for an extra layer of flavor and golden crispiness.
- Baking Process: Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until the crescents transform into a rich golden-brown color with fully cooked dough.
- Cooling and Serving: Allow the rolls to rest for 3-4 minutes, letting the filling stabilize, then serve warm as a delightful appetizer, light lunch, or satisfying snack.
Notes
- Seal Edges Carefully: Press crescent roll edges firmly to prevent filling from leaking during baking, ensuring a neat and tidy presentation.
- Optimize Chicken Prep: Use leftover rotisserie chicken or quickly shred chicken breasts for a time-saving filling technique.
- Control Cheese Distribution: Sprinkle cheese sparingly to avoid overwhelming the delicate flavor balance and prevent soggy bottoms.
- Temperature Matters: Let rolls cool slightly after baking to allow filling to set and prevent burning your mouth while maintaining optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 291
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 408 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 64 mg