These Cheesy Chicken Crescent Rolls are a delicious and easy-to-make meal or snack, featuring tender chicken and melty cheese wrapped in soft, flaky crescent rolls. Perfect for a quick dinner, appetizer, or game day treat!
📋 Ingredients:
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent rolls 🥐
- 1 1/2 cups cooked, shredded chicken 🍗
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 🧀
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened 🥛
- 2 tablespoons sour cream 🥛
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 🌰
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 🌰
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted 🧈
- Optional: fresh parsley or chives for garnish 🌿
📝 Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Prepare the Filling:
- Mix the chicken filling:
- In a medium bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is well combined.
3. Assemble the Crescent Rolls:
- Unroll the crescent dough:
- Unroll the crescent rolls and separate them into 8 triangles.
- Add the filling:
- Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture at the wide end of each crescent roll triangle.
- Roll the crescents:
- Starting at the wide end, roll up the crescent dough, wrapping the chicken and cheese filling inside. Tuck the sides in slightly to help seal the filling as you roll.
4. Bake:
- Brush with butter:
- Place the rolled crescents on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter for a golden, flaky finish.
- Bake:
- Bake the crescent rolls in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and the dough is fully cooked.
5. Serve:
- Garnish and serve:
- Garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, like ranch or marinara.
- Enjoy:
- These Cheesy Chicken Crescent Rolls are perfect for a snack, dinner, or appetizer!
⏱️ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 15 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 25 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 8 crescent rolls
🔥 Calories: Approximately 250-300 kcal per roll
These Cheesy Chicken Crescent Rolls are a tasty and easy-to-make treat that’s sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike! 🥐🍗🧀