Introduction
Tutorial: how to make cheesy chicken crescent bake — creamy chicken + crescent rolls + cheddar. 8 ingredients, 35 min.
Ingredients List
- 3 cups shredded chicken + 1 can cream of chicken + 1/2 cup sour cream + 1/2 cup mayo + 1.5 cups cheddar (divided) + garlic + onion + S+P + paprika + 1/2 cup peas
- 2 cans crescent rolls + 2 tbsp melted butter + Italian + garlic
- Parsley + pepper + hot sauce
Timing
Prep 10. Bake 20-25. Rest 5. Total 35 min.
Step 1 — Filling
Mix chicken + soup + sour cream + mayo + 1 cup cheddar + spices + peas.
Step 2 — In Dish
375°F. Greased 9×13. Filling spread + 1/2 cup cheddar on top.
Step 3 — Unroll Dough
2 cans = 2 rectangles. Press perforations.
Step 4 — Cover
Lay rectangles overlapping slightly.
Step 5 — Garlic Butter Brush
Butter + Italian + garlic. Brush even.Step 6 — Bake 20-25 Min
Deep golden + bubbling. Rest 5 min. Parsley.
Nutritional Information
- Calories 540 | Protein 32g | Fat 34g | Carbs 26g | Calcium 30% DV
Healthier Alternatives
Greek yogurt. Low-fat soup. Turkey. Light crescents. Spinach.
Serving Suggestions
Broccoli, asparagus. Cranberry. Lager, wine. School, potluck, freezer.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Torn dough
- Wet filling
- No butter brush
- Underbake
- No rest
Storing Tips
4 days fridge. 350°F 8 min reheat. Freeze 2 mo unbaked (50 min from frozen). Filling 3 days.
Conclusion
That’s how to make cheesy chicken crescent bake. Comment your veggie add-in, share a photo, subscribe.
FAQs
Chicken source? Rotisserie.
Soup sub? Cream + flour + bouillon.
Greek yogurt? Healthier.
Make ahead? 24 hr or freeze.
GF? GF crescents.
Other cheese? Mozzarella, pepper jack.
Recipe Card: Cheesy Chicken Crescent Bake
Prep: 10 min | Bake: 20-25 min | Rest: 5 min | Total: 35 min | Serves: 6 | Calories: 540/serving
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded chicken + 1 can cream of chicken + 1/2 cup sour cream + 1/2 cup mayo + 1.5 cups sharp cheddar (divided)
- 1 tsp garlic + 1 tsp onion + 1/2 tsp salt + 1/2 tsp pepper + 1/2 tsp paprika + 1/2 cup peas
- 2 cans (8 oz each) Pillsbury crescent rolls + 2 tbsp melted butter + Italian seasoning + garlic
- Parsley + cracked pepper + hot sauce or ranch on side
Instructions
- Combine chicken, soup, sour cream, mayo, 1 cup cheddar, spices, peas.
- Spread in greased 9×13 dish; top with remaining cheddar.
- Unroll both crescent cans into 2 rectangles, pressing perforations.
- Lay rectangles over filling, overlapping slightly.
- Brush with garlic-Italian butter.
- Bake at 375°F for 20-25 min until deep golden; rest 5 min; garnish.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 540 | Protein 32g | Fat 34g | Carbs 26g | Calcium 30% DV
