Cheesy Chicken Crescent Rolls - The Cookin Chicks (2024)

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If you love a good shortcut meal, also be sure to check out my Chicken Crescent Roll Ups, Pull Apart Pizza Bread, and Taco Crescent Rolls.

Easy Cheesy Chicken Crescent Rolls

This comfort food recipe is a family favorite! Each time I make this for a quick dinner option, I always double the recipe, so we have plenty to enjoy for lunches the next day! We even love freezing these cheesy chicken rolls and pulling them out for a quick snack option on the weekends!

For a complete meal, add a roasted veggie or side salad to these and you’re set!

Why You’ll Love this Easy Cheesy Chicken Dish

• Quick to prepare– only about 5 minutes needed before they are ready to place in the oven!
• Uses a few shortcuts to keep things simple– using pre-packaged crescent rolls, these come together easily. You can even use Rotisserie chicken to save on time.
• Perfect any time of the day– enjoy these for a quick lunch option, on the go snack, dinner, or evening snack. Creamy, cheesy, and delicious.
• Family approved– this recipe has been given two thumbs up by each of my family members, picky kids included!

Ingredients Needed to make Simple Cheesy Chicken Crescent Rolls

For exact ingredient amounts and step by step instructions, see printable recipe card at below.

• Chicken– I use boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are cooked and shredded. Rotisserie chicken or canned chicken works great too.
• Cheese– shredded Mozzarella cheese, freshly shredded is always preferred
• Cream of Chicken– you’ll use one 10.5 ounce can of cream of chicken soup, homemade works too
• Milk– any type is good, I use 2% most of the time
• Crescent Rolls– any type works, I use Pillsbury crescent rolls, the 8 count packages
• Garlic Powder/ Oregano– feel free to use any seasonings desired to season it to your taste

Variations to try

• If you don’t have cooked shredded chicken on hand, you can useturkey or Rotisserie chicken.
• In place or in addition to the Mozzarella cheese, you can use shredded cheddar cheese or Swiss cheese.
• For a creamier addition, add about 4 tbsp. cream cheese into the chicken mixture.
• You can chop up some broccoli to stuff into the crescent rolls too.
• In place of adding your own seasonings to the chicken, you can sprinkle a packet of Ranch seasoning mix with some crumbled bacon to make these Pillsbury cheesy chicken-bacon ranch crescent rolls.
• For add in’s, you can try onions, mushrooms, peppers, garlic, jalapenos, etc.

How to make Chicken Stuffed Crescent Rolls

1. Place cooked/shredded chicken in a bowl and add in 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese.
2. Sprinkle some garlic powder and Oregano on top of chicken and stir to coat thoroughly.
3. Unroll each crescent roll. Scoop about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture and place towards bottom of crescent roll (the wide part). Slowly roll the crescent roll up with chicken/cheese inside. Continue process until all crescent rolls are stuffed.
4. Place in a 9×13 baking dish.
5. Next, heat remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, cream of chicken soup, and milk over the stove until melted and warm.
6. Pour soup mixture on top of crescent rolls, coating entirely.
7. Place pan into a preheated oven, 350, and bake for about 30-40 minutes.
8. Once cooked, the crescents should be somewhat brown, and the mixture should be bubbly! Serve!

How to store this Crescent Roll Recipe

• Make Ahead:You can assemble the dish in advance and keep it covered in the refrigerator for up to 8 hours before baking.
• Once fully cooled, you can store the leftover chicken rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days. Simply place in microwave or oven to reheat.
• To freeze, place in a freezer safe container up to 3 months. Allow to thaw before reheating in oven or microwave.
• Place the dish in a 325°F oven just until warmed through (about 15 minutes). You can also reheat individual roll ups in the microwave for 30 seconds – 1 minute.

Recipe Tips

• This recipe is one that can easily be doubled or tripled. Cook time stays the same, simply double the ingredients. Since they freeze perfectly, make a pan for now and place another one in the freezer for later.
• You can place the pan under the broiler for 1-2 minutes at the end to get a nice golden brown, bubbly top.
• Garnish the top of these with fresh Parsley for a bright, colorful addition to your plate.
• If you don’t have cream of chicken soup on hand, feel free to substitute any condensed soup in it’s place.
• For an easy way to cook chicken in the slow cooker, simply add the chicken breasts with any desired seasoning and 1 cup chicken broth. Cook on low 6 hours or high for about 4 hours. Shred using two forks.
• To make shredded chicken in the Instant Pot, add about 2 lbs chicken breast along with 1 cup chicken broth and desired seasonings. Seal the Instant Pot and cook on manual, high pressure for 10 minutes, followed by a 5 minute natural pressure release. Once done, remove remaining pressure, remove lid and shred chicken.

What to serve with Chicken Roll Ups

You can pair these cheesy chicken crescent rolls with a side salad or green vegetable to make this a complete meal. Fresh fruit pairs perfectly with these rolls as well. Here are some more great side dishes to try:

• Parmesan Roasted Brussel Sprouts
• Lemon Garlic Asparagus
• Crispy Parmesan Potatoes
• Cinnamon and Honey Sweet Potatoes
• Bacon Wrapped Green Beans

More Easy Meal Ideas to try

Easy Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole– this classic dish combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and gooey cheese into one satisfyingly flavorful bite. Whether you’re in need of a quick weeknight dinner or want to impress guests at your next gathering, this timeless casserole is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti– with basic pantry staples and just a handful of steps, this family-friendly dish is a budget-friendly crowd-pleaser and perfect for any weeknight.

Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole–combines all the flavors of cream cheesestuffed jalapenoswith a classic pasta filled chicken casserole! A quick and easy dinner option perfect any night of the week!

Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice Casserole– using a few simple ingredients, this meal comes together in no time and is an “all in one” dinner! Veggies, rice, and chicken…..bring dinner to the table in no time!

Loaded Chicken and Biscuit Bake– with just seven simple ingredients, this casserole brings together chicken, creamy sauce, and flaky biscuits for a satisfying meal.

This Cheesy Chicken Crescent Roll Casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that is easy to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With its flaky crescent roll crust, creamy cheese sauce, and tender, shredded chicken breasts filling, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Give this recipe a try the next time you’re in need of a hearty and satisfying meal!

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