Name: Cheesy Chicken Crescent Bake Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped (rotisserie works great); 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided; 1 tube refrigerated crescent rolls (8-count); 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup; 1/2 cup milk; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; Chopped parsley for a pop of color

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Introduction

Cheesy Chicken Crescent Bake is a comforting, easy-to-make dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken wrapped in flaky crescent rolls and topped with a creamy, cheesy sauce creates a satisfying meal the whole family will love.

The image shows a close-up of a baked dish with a golden brown, flaky puff pastry crust on top, sprinkled with small green herb bits. Below the crust, there is a creamy, thick sauce with visible pieces of light-colored chicken meat, mixed with some finely chopped herbs that add green specks to the sauce. The dish is served in a black rectangular baking dish, with a spoon scooping up a portion, highlighting the creamy texture and the layers of sauce and meat underneath the crispy pastry top. The background is a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped (rotisserie works great)
1 tube refrigerated crescent rolls (8-count)
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional garnish: chopped parsley for a pop of color

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
Step 2: Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles. Place a spoonful of cooked chicken and a sprinkle of shredded cheese at the wide end of each triangle. Roll up each crescent starting at the wide end and rolling toward the point, enclosing the filling. Place them seam side down in the prepared baking dish.
Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth. Pour this creamy mixture evenly over the crescent rolls in the baking dish.
Step 4: Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top of everything. This will melt into a golden, cheesy blanket as it bakes.
Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the crescents are golden brown and the sauce is bubbling around the edges. Let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving so the sauce thickens slightly.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add chopped green onions or cooked bacon bits inside each crescent before rolling.
Substitute rotisserie chicken with leftover grilled chicken or turkey.
Use pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar for a spicy twist.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or chives for color and freshness.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm individual portions in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes or bake in a 350°F oven until heated through, about 10 minutes.

How to Serve

The image shows a glass baking dish filled with six golden-brown croissant shapes baked with melted cheese on top and around them. Each croissant has a shiny, flaky crust with visible layers of light brown color. The melted cheese forms a creamy yellow layer, bubbling and covering the edges between the croissants. Small green herb pieces are sprinkled on top, adding a touch of color contrast. The dish is placed on a white marbled surface, highlighting the warm colors of the baked croissants. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the crescent rolls and sauce in the baking dish, cover it tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready, bake as directed, adding a few extra minutes if needed.

Can I use homemade crescent dough?

Absolutely! Homemade crescent dough will work well and add a personal touch, though baking times may vary slightly depending on dough thickness.