Cheesy Chicken Crescent Roll Bake: A Comforting Classic for Beginner Cooks
A warm and comforting casserole featuring cooked chicken, cheese, and crescent rolls, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a quick and satisfying family meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Baking, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken (cooked and shredded)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
- 10.5 oz milk
- 2 packages crescent rolls
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp oregano
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Mixture: Place the cooked and shredded chicken in a large mixing bowl. Add half of the mozzarella cheese (1/2 cup), garlic powder, and oregano. Stir to combine thoroughly, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated with the cheese and spices. Beginner Note: Ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the cheese and spices for a consistent flavor.
- Stuff the Crescent Rolls: Unroll each crescent roll on a clean surface. Scoop about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture and place it towards the wide end of the crescent roll. Slowly roll the crescent roll up, enclosing the chicken mixture inside. Gently press the seams to seal the rolls, preventing the filling from leaking during baking. Continue this process until all crescent rolls are stuffed. Beginner Note: Gently press the seams to seal the rolls and prevent leaks.
- Arrange in Baking Pan: Place the stuffed crescent rolls in a 9×13 inch baking pan. Arrange the rolls evenly in the pan, ensuring they are not overcrowded. This allows for even baking and browning. Beginner Note: Arrange the rolls evenly in the pan for uniform baking.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese, cream of chicken soup, and milk. Heat until the cheese is melted and the mixture is warm, stirring occasionally. Stir frequently to prevent the sauce from burning or sticking to the bottom of the saucepan. Beginner Note: Stir frequently to prevent burning and ensure smooth melting.
- Pour Sauce Over Rolls: Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the stuffed crescent rolls, ensuring they are completely coated. Use a spatula to spread the sauce evenly, ensuring all the rolls are covered. Beginner Note: Ensure the sauce covers all the rolls for even baking and a creamy texture.
- Bake: Place the baking pan in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and the sauce is bubbly. Check the bake at the 30-minute mark, and add time as needed, ensuring the rolls are fully cooked and golden brown. Beginner Note: Check at 30 minutes, adjust time as needed for a golden brown color.
- Serve: Once cooked, remove the pan from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Allow the bake to cool slightly before serving to prevent burning and allow the sauce to thicken. Beginner Note: Allow to cool slightly before serving to prevent burns and thicken the sauce.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken.
- Don’t overfill rolls.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Use different cheeses.
- Add cooked vegetables.