Description
Crispy golden crescent rolls embrace savory chicken in this mouthwatering weeknight dinner delight. Cheesy, herbed filling nestled inside flaky pastry promises a quick and satisfying meal that delivers comfort and flavor in every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 cups (300 g) cooked chicken, shredded or diced
Dairy:
- 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (50 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup (60 ml) sour cream
Seasonings and Base:
- 1 (8 oz/235 g) can of crescent roll dough (8 rolls)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the culinary workspace by heating the oven to 375F (190C), arranging a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent potential sticking.
- Create a savory chicken filling by thoroughly blending shredded chicken with cream cheese, incorporating cheddar cheese, finely chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until achieving a uniform, creamy consistency.
- Carefully separate the crescent dough into eight individual triangular sections, laying them flat on a clean work surface.
- Distribute the prepared chicken mixture generously along the wider base of each triangular dough section, meticulously rolling from the broad end towards the pointed tip to encase the filling completely.
- Seal the edges of each rolled crescents with gentle pinching, ensuring no filling escapes during the cooking process.
- Transfer the stuffed rolls onto the prepared baking sheet, delicately brushing each surface with melted butter to promote a rich, golden-brown exterior.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven, allowing the crescents to transform for 12-15 minutes until they become puffy and achieve a luxurious golden color.
- Remove from the oven and let the rolls rest momentarily, garnishing with fresh herbs like parsley or chives to enhance visual appeal and provide a subtle, fresh flavor accent before serving.
Notes
- Check chicken doneness by ensuring it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F using a meat thermometer to prevent foodborne illness.
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken for a quicker preparation and to add extra flavor variations.
- Seal edges tightly by pinching and folding crescent dough to prevent cheese and chicken from leaking during baking.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like pepper jack, mozzarella, or Swiss for unique flavor profiles that complement the chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 276
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg