This chicken and cheese crescents recipe is a perfect combination of tender chicken, gooey cheese, and flaky crescent rolls. It's a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed by everyone. With a total preparation time of just 30 minutes, this recipe is quick and effortless to make. The crescents are filled with a savory mixture of cooked chicken, melted cheese, and a blend of herbs and spices. They are then baked until golden brown and crispy. Serve these delicious chicken and cheese crescents warm with your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tubes crescent rolls
- 1 egg, beaten
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, green onions, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
- Place a spoonful of the chicken and cheese mixture onto each triangle of dough, spreading it out evenly.
- Starting from the wide end, roll up each triangle, tucking in the ends.
- Place the filled crescents onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a few inches apart.
- Brush the tops of the crescents with the beaten egg to give them a golden brown color when baked.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescents are puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken and cheese crescents cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
