Introduction
BBQ Chicken Crescent Rolls are a delicious and convenient dish that combines tender chicken, zesty barbecue sauce, and flaky crescent roll dough. This recipe is perfect for parties, gatherings, or a quick weeknight meal. With easy preparation and delightful flavors, these rolls are sure to be a hit with family and friends.
Detailed Ingredients with measures
– Cooked chicken, shredded: 2 cups
– BBQ sauce: 1 cup
– Cream cheese, softened: 4 oz
– Shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella): 1 cup
– Crescent roll dough: 2 cans
– Green onions, chopped: for garnish (optional)
Prep Time
Approximately 10 minutes
Cook Time, Total Time, Yield
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 8 servings
Detailed Directions and Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure that it reaches the right temperature for baking the crescent rolls.
Step 2: Prepare the Chicken Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken with BBQ sauce. Mix until the chicken is well coated with the sauce.
Step 3: Unroll the Crescent Roll Dough
Open a can of crescent roll dough and unroll it carefully on a clean surface. Ensure that the dough remains intact.
Step 4: Separate the Dough into Triangles
Separate the crescent dough into individual triangles along the perforated lines, creating sections for rolling.
Step 5: Add the Chicken Filling
Spoon a generous amount of the BBQ chicken mixture onto the wide end of each triangle of dough.
Step 6: Roll the Dough
Starting from the wide end, roll each triangle up towards the pointed end, enclosing the chicken filling inside. Place the rolled dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 7: Bake the Rolls
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown.
Step 8: Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove the rolls from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your BBQ chicken crescent rolls warm.
Notes
Note 1: Chicken Options
You can use rotisserie chicken or any cooked chicken leftovers for this recipe.
Note 2: BBQ Sauce Choices
Feel free to choose your favorite BBQ sauce, as different flavors will give varying tastes to the rolls.
Note 3: Additional Fillings
Consider adding cheese or other desired ingredients to the chicken mixture for extra flavor.
Note 4: Storage Instructions
Store any leftover rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
Note 5: Reheating
To reheat, place the rolls in the oven at a low temperature until warmed through, or use a microwave.
