Chicken Stuffed Crescent Rolls — Creamy, Cheesy & Comforting
Chicken Stuffed Crescent Rolls are golden, flaky pastries filled with a creamy chicken mixture and baked until perfectly crisp. They’re quick, comforting, and ideal for snacks, appetizers, lunch, or a simple dinner. This recipe uses ready-made crescent dough for convenience while delivering rich homemade flavor.
Time Required
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15–18 minutes
Total Time: 30–35 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients List
Main Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced — rotisserie works well)
1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (like dough from The Pillsbury Company)
115 g (4 oz) cream cheese, softened
½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
2 tbsp mayonnaise or sour cream
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
Optional Add-Ins (Highly Recommended)
2 tbsp chopped green onions
¼ cup finely diced compiler or bell peppers
½ tsp paprika
1 tbsp fresh parsley
For Brushing (Optional)
Pinch of dried herbs or sesame seeds
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
Line a baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease.
Step 2: Make the Chicken Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine:
shredded chicken
cream cheese
shredded cheese
mayonnaise or sour cream
garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper
optional vegetables or herbs
Mix until creamy and well combined.
Step 3: Prepare Crescent Dough
Open crescent roll dough and separate into triangles.
Place triangles flat on a clean surface.
Step 4: Fill & Roll
Spoon about 2–3 tbsp filling onto the wide end of each triangle.
Roll from the wide end toward the tip, sealing edges gently.
Step 5: Bake
Place rolls seam-side down on the baking tray.
Brush with melted butter if desired.
Bake 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
Step 6: Serve
Cool for 5 minutes.
Serve warm with dipping sauces like garlic mayo, ranch, or ketchup.
Serving Suggestions
With soup or salad for a light meal
As party appetizers
Lunchbox snack
With spicy dipping sauce for extra flavor
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I use canned chicken?
Yes. Drain well and shred before mixing.
2. Can I make them ahead of time?
Yes. Assemble rolls, refrigerate up to 24 hours, then bake fresh.
3. Can I freeze them?
Yes:
Freeze unbaked rolls up to 2 months.
Bake from frozen (add 5–7 minutes).
4. How do I make them spicy?
Add chili flakes, hot sauce, jalapeños, or black pepper.
5. Can I use puff pastry instead?
Yes — baking time increases to about 20–25 minutes.
6. How do I store leftovers?
Refrigerate in an airtight container for 3 days. Reheat in oven or air fryer.
Nutritional Information (Per Roll — Approximate)
Calories: 220 kcal
Protein: 12 g
Carbohydrates: 14 g
Fat: 13 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Cholesterol: 45 mg
Sodium: 320 mg
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 2 g