Description
Warm, flaky crescent rolls filled with creamy shredded chicken and cheddar cheese — these Cheesy Chicken Crescent Rolls are the ultimate comfort food that’s quick, customizable, and crowd-pleasing.
Ingredients
- Crescent Roll Dough: 1 can (8 oz)
- Cooked Chicken: 2 cups, shredded
- Cream Cheese: 4 oz, softened
- Cheddar Cheese: 1 cup, shredded
- Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Onion Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Parsley (fresh or dried): 1 tablespoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Black Pepper: ½ teaspoon
- Butter (optional): 2 tablespoons, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Set oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix chicken, cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Separate crescent roll triangles and lay them on the baking sheet.
- Assemble the Dish: Place a tablespoon of filling on the wide end of each triangle and roll tightly.
- Cook to Perfection: Brush with melted butter. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Finishing Touches: Let cool slightly to set the filling.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm with dipping sauce or side salad.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep and deeper flavor.
- Let cream cheese soften for easier mixing.
- Seal rolls tightly to prevent filling leaks.
- Brush with garlic butter for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: cheesy chicken rolls, crescent rolls, chicken appetizer, comfort food, quick dinner, kid friendly, stuffed rolls