Description
Savory chicken stuffed crescent rolls bring comfort and flavor to your dinner table. Creamy, herbed chicken nestled in flaky pastry creates a perfect handheld meal that satisfies hunger and delights you with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 can (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers (red, green, or yellow)
- 1/4 cup diced onion
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: paprika, chili powder, or cayenne pepper for extra flavor
Instructions
- Transform the chilled, shredded chicken into a flavorful filling by blending it thoroughly with soft cream cheese, sharp cheddar, diced bell peppers, minced onion, aromatic garlic powder, and finely chopped parsley.
- Gently unfurl the crescent roll dough, separating each triangular section with careful precision on a clean work surface.
- Distribute the savory chicken mixture evenly along the wider base of each dough triangle, ensuring a balanced portion for consistent flavor.
- Carefully roll each triangle from the filled end, tucking and folding the sides to create a secure pocket that completely encases the filling.
- Position the rolled crescents onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving modest spaces between each roll to allow for even heating and slight expansion.
- Slide the prepared tray into a preheated oven calibrated to 375°F, allowing the rolls to transform into golden-brown parcels of deliciousness over 12-15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let the crescents rest momentarily, allowing the internal temperature to stabilize and the filling to set.
- Optional: Enhance the visual appeal and flavor by brushing the warm rolls with melted butter and sprinkling additional herbs or a light dusting of cheese.
- Plate the stuffed crescents and accompany with complementary dipping sauces for an elevated culinary experience.
Notes
- Opt for rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor to the filling.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack for varied taste profiles.
- Boost nutrition by adding finely chopped spinach or kale to the chicken mixture.
- Make these rolls ahead of time by preparing and refrigerating the stuffed crescents before baking, perfect for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg