Cheesy Chicken Crescent Rolls: Warm Comfort in Every Bite

Delicious Cheesy Chicken Crescent Rolls combine flaky dough with a creamy filling, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or gatherings.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Total Time 35

Servings: 8 rolls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Dough

1 package Crescent Roll Dough Can substitute with puff pastry

For the Filling

2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Leftover rotisserie chicken works well
8 oz Cream Cheese Can substitute with ricotta or mascarpone
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with mozzarella or pepper jack
1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used
2 tbsp Chopped Parsley Basil or green onions are alternatives
to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for seasoning

Optional Add-Ins

1 cup Cooked Spinach Adds nutrition and color
1 cup Diced Bell Peppers For extra crunch and color
to taste Spices Add jalapeños or hot sauce for spice
1 cup Different Cheeses Use mozzarella or feta for variety

Equipment

Oven
Mixing Bowl
Baking Sheet
spoon

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
Spoon filling onto the wider end of each triangle and roll towards the tip.
Place rolls on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
Let them cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These rolls are versatile and can be customized with various ingredients to suit your taste.

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