Chicken Crescent Roll Casserole Recipe

Introduction

This Chicken Crescent Roll Casserole is a comforting and creamy dish perfect for a family dinner. Filled with tender chicken and cheesy goodness, wrapped in flaky crescent rolls, it’s both easy to make and delicious to eat.

Ingredients

• 2 (8 oz) cans Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls
• 1 (10 3/4 oz) can cream of chicken soup, undiluted
• 3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 4 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
• 4 tbsp butter (room temperature)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/3 cup onion, finely chopped
• 2 large cooked chicken breasts, finely chopped (about 2 cups)
• 1/2 cup finely grated cheddar cheese (for filling)
• 1/2 tsp seasoning salt
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 2-4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream (for filling)
• 1-2 cups grated cheddar cheese (for topping)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350ºF and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter to prevent sticking.
2. Step 2: In a small pot over medium heat, combine the cream of chicken soup, ¾ cup cheddar cheese, and ½ cup heavy whipping cream. Stir until the cheese melts, then remove from heat.
3. Step 3: In a mixing bowl, blend the cream cheese, butter, and garlic powder with a fork until smooth.
4. Step 4: Add the chopped chicken, finely chopped onion, 2-4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream, seasoning salt, pepper, and ½ cup cheddar cheese to the cream cheese mixture. Mix thoroughly to combine.
5. Step 5: Unroll the crescent rolls and place about 1 tablespoon of the chicken filling onto the wider end of each piece. Roll up the crescents starting at the wide end to enclose the filling.
6. Step 6: Spread some of the prepared cream of chicken sauce on the bottom of the baking dish, then arrange the rolled crescent rolls evenly on top.
7. Step 7: Pour the remaining sauce over the rolls and sprinkle 1 to 2 cups of grated cheddar cheese over everything.
8. Step 8: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the crescents are golden brown and bubbly.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, try adding some chopped fresh herbs like parsley or thyme to the filling mixture.
• You can substitute cooked turkey or ham for the chicken to vary the protein.
• If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños to the filling.
• Use sharp cheddar cheese for a bolder taste or mix in some mozzarella for extra gooeyness.

Storage

Store any leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, cover with foil and warm in a 350ºF oven until heated through, about 15-20 minutes. Avoid microwave reheating to keep the crescent rolls from becoming soggy.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare this casserole ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the casserole a few hours in advance and refrigerate it before baking. Just bake it fresh when you’re ready to serve.

Can I freeze the casserole?

It’s best to freeze the assembled casserole before baking. Wrap tightly in foil and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking as directed.

Chicken Crescent Roll Casserole Recipe

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• Author: Sarah
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 6–8 servings 1x

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Description

This Chicken Crescent Roll Casserole combines tender cooked chicken, creamy cheese filling, and flaky crescent rolls baked to golden perfection. A comforting and savory dish perfect for family dinners or potlucks, featuring a rich cream of chicken sauce and layers of cheddar cheese.

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Ingredients

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Crescent Rolls and Sauce

• 2 (8 oz) cans Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls
• 1 (10 3/4 oz) can cream of chicken soup, undiluted
• 3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Filling

• 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
• 4 tbsp butter, room temperature
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/3 cup onion, finely chopped
• 2 large cooked chicken breasts, finely chopped (about 2 cups)
• 1/2 cup finely grated cheddar cheese (for filling)
• 1/2 tsp seasoning salt
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 2–4 tbsp heavy whipping cream

Topping

• 1–2 cups grated cheddar cheese (for topping)

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Instructions

1. Preheat and prep: Preheat oven to 350ºF. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter to prevent sticking and help with browning.
2. Prepare the sauce: In a small pot over medium heat, mix together the cream of chicken soup, ¾ cup grated cheddar cheese, and ½ cup heavy whipping cream. Stir frequently until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. Make the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the room temperature cream cheese, butter, and garlic powder using a fork until evenly blended. Add the finely chopped cooked chicken, chopped onions, 2-4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream, seasoning salt, black pepper, and ½ cup finely grated cheddar cheese. Mix thoroughly until the filling is creamy and well combined.
4. Assemble crescents: Unroll the crescent rolls. Place approximately 1 tablespoon of the chicken mixture on the larger end of each crescent triangle. Roll up the dough starting at the larger end to encase the filling.
5. Layer the casserole: Spread some of the prepared cream of chicken sauce on the bottom of the greased baking dish. Arrange the filled crescent rolls seam side down in a single layer over the sauce.
6. Add sauce and cheese topping: Pour the remaining cream of chicken sauce evenly over the crescent rolls. Sprinkle generously with 1-2 cups grated cheddar cheese.
7. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the crescent rolls are golden brown, the cheese is bubbly, and the filling is heated through.

Notes

• For best results, use room temperature cream cheese and butter to ensure a smooth filling.
• You can substitute cooked turkey for chicken if desired.
• If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the filling.
• Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes after baking for easier slicing and serving.
• This casserole can be prepared ahead and refrigerated, then baked when ready.

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Category: Casserole
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Keywords: Chicken Crescent Roll Casserole, Cheesy Chicken Casserole, Crescent Roll Chicken Bake, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner Recipe