Description
Cheesy Chicken Crescent Rolls are a quick and easy dish featuring tender shredded chicken, creamy cheeses, and a hint of garlic and onion, all wrapped in buttery, flaky crescent rolls. Perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or as an appetizer, these golden-brown delights combine comfort food classics with effortless preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent rolls
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly blended.
- Open the can of crescent rolls and separate the dough into individual triangles along the perforated lines. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each triangle.
- Spoon about a tablespoon of the chicken and cheese mixture onto the wide end of each crescent triangle.
- Starting at the wide end, carefully roll up each triangle towards the pointed end, encasing the filling inside. Place each rolled crescent seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- If desired, brush the tops with melted butter or a light egg wash for extra shine.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and puffed.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if using. Allow to cool for a couple of minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and smoother filling.
- Don’t overfill the rolls to prevent messy spills while baking.
- Arrange rolls with enough space between them for even browning.
- For crispy edges, bake directly on a baking sheet; for softer rolls, use parchment or a silicone mat.
- Add a light brush of melted butter or sprinkle of grated cheese on top before baking for extra appeal.
- Let rolls cool for 2-3 minutes before serving, as the filling will be hot.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes or microwave for 15-20 seconds.
- Freeze baked rolls for up to two months; reheat from frozen at 350°F for 15-18 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: chicken crescent rolls, cheesy chicken, easy dinner, appetizer, kid-friendly, quick meal, comfort food