Description
This Chicken Crescent Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make baked dish featuring tender shredded chicken mixed with creamy soups and cheeses, all nestled in a buttery crescent roll crust. Perfect for a family dinner or potluck, it combines simple ingredients into a rich, flavorful casserole that’s golden and bubbly straight from the oven.
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1 cup cream of chicken soup (or homemade if preferred)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Crescent Roll Crust
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent rolls
Topping & Garnish
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing on top, optional)
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Crescent Roll Crust: Unroll the crescent rolls and separate them into triangles. Lay them evenly in the prepared baking dish, pinching the seams together to create a continuous crust along the bottom.
- Make the Chicken Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until well mixed.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the crescent roll dough in the baking dish, ensuring it covers the crust completely.
- Optional Cheese Topping: For extra cheesiness, sprinkle additional shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken mixture.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crescent roll crust is golden brown and the casserole is heated through and bubbling.
- Add Butter Finish (Optional): Remove from oven and, if desired, brush the top with melted butter for a richer, golden finish.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh parsley or chopped chives on top for color and freshness. Serve the casserole warm.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken is a convenient shortcut but feel free to use freshly cooked shredded chicken.
- You can substitute cream of chicken soup with homemade cream sauce to control sodium and additives.
- If you prefer a lower-fat option, use reduced-fat cheeses and sour cream.
- Make sure to pinch the crescent roll seams well to prevent leakage of the filling.
- Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving for easier slicing and serving.
