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Cheesy Chicken Crescent Bake

Heavenly Cheesy Chicken Crescent Bake for Cozy Nights

This Cheesy Chicken Crescent Bake is a warm embrace on a plate—ideal for cozy nights and potlucks, featuring tender chicken and melty cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken shredded or chopped; Substitution: Rotisserie chicken simplifies prep.
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup Substitution: Use cream of mushroom or homemade version for dietary preferences.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Substitution: Monterey Jack or Colby cheese can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Note: Fresh garlic can be used for a bolder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Note: Consider finely chopped onions for a fresh alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste for spice level.
For the Crescent Rolls
  • 1 package Refrigerated Crescent Rolls Essential for ease of assembly; other doughs may alter results.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Milk Any type of milk works, including dairy alternatives.
Optional Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley Other herbs like chives or thyme can also be used.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Unroll the refrigerated crescent rolls, separate the dough into triangles, place shredded chicken and cheddar at the wide end, and roll up.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. Pour the sauce over the rolled crescent dough and sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the sauce is bubbling. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 23gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Leftovers can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days, and reheating in the oven will preserve that delightful flaky texture.

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