Garlic Parmesan Chicken Crescents

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bacon Stuffed Crescents make busy weeknights easy and delicious with a golden flaky crust wrapped around a creamy filling of chicken bacon and cheese. These savory pastries come out of the oven with irresistible aroma and melty centers making them perfect for gatherings game days or just a family treat when you crave comfort food.

I first whipped these up for a holiday potluck and everybody asked for the recipe on the spot. My little sister always asks for these on her birthday now because the cheesy bacon filling is her absolute favorite party snack.

Ingredients

• Refrigerated crescent roll dough: gives the perfect flaky pastry texture always choose a can with no dents or tears
• Cooked chicken shredded: brings hearty protein you can use any leftover roast or rotisserie chicken
• Cooked bacon crumbled: offers smoky craveable flavor thicker cut bacon holds up best in baking
• Cream cheese softened: makes the filling luscious and holds everything together pick full fat for best texture
• Shredded mozzarella cheese: melts beautifully for that gooey mouthfeel use a block and shred it yourself if you can
• Garlic powder: lifts up all the savory flavors try to use granulated garlic not garlic salt
• Italian seasoning: delivers herby notes oregano and basil are musts
• Grated Parmesan cheese: on top creates a crisp cheesy crust always choose real Parmesan for flavor
• Salt and pepper to taste: rounds out the balance freshly ground black pepper is best
• Fresh parsley chopped: brightens the final dish with color and freshness

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Filling:

Mix the cooked chicken crumbled bacon softened cream cheese mozzarella garlic powder Italian seasoning salt and pepper in a large bowl. Mash everything together until smoothly blended because the cream cheese needs to coat the meats and cheese evenly.

Lay Out the Dough:

Unroll the crescent roll dough from the can and gently pull apart each pre-cut triangle. Try to keep each triangle whole so it will roll easily and hold the filling without leaking.

Stuff Each Crescent:

Spoon a full measure of your filling onto the wide end of each dough triangle. The filling should mound up a bit so you get lots in every bite but make sure the edges can seal by pinching lightly.

Roll and Arrange:

Start at the wide end with the filling and gently roll toward the narrow tip curling the dough around itself. Place each piece onto a baking sheet lined with parchment. Leave a bit of space between them so they bake evenly.

Top with Parmesan:

Sprinkle a generous even layer of grated Parmesan over the tops of the stuffed crescents. The cheese will brown and crisp up as they bake.

Bake Until Golden:

Slide the tray into a preheated oven set at three seventy five degrees Fahrenheit. Bake for about twelve to fifteen minutes. Watch for the dough turning golden brown and the cheese on top crisping.

Garnish and Serve:

Once baked remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle on fresh chopped parsley. Serve while warm so the cheese is melty and the bacon is fragrant.

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My favorite part is always the crispy Parmesan top paired with that creamy chicken center. I remember my nephew sneaking an extra from the sheet pan before anyone else could grab seconds that is how big of a hit they are in my house.

Storage Tips

These crescents keep well for two days in an airtight container in the fridge. If you want to reheat just pop them back in a hot oven for five minutes to restore the outer flakiness. They do not freeze quite as well because the pastry can get a bit soggy once thawed so I suggest making them fresh whenever you can.

Ingredient Substitutions

You can swap turkey for chicken or sausage crumbles for bacon if you like. If you need a cheesier flavor try adding a bit of gouda or smoked cheddar to the filling. For gluten free needs some brands sell gluten free crescent dough now and it works just as well.

Serving Suggestions

These stuffed crescents shine on their own but I love pairing them with a simple green salad for a balanced meal. They also go perfectly alongside tomato soup or served with marinara as a dipping sauce for an extra Italian touch.

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Cultural or Historical Context

Stuffed and rolled breads have a tradition in both American potluck culture and traditional European baking. The use of convenient dough and hearty fillings speaks to the homey appeal of comfort foods throughout the holidays and busy seasons.

Recipe FAQs

→ Can I use rotisserie chicken?

Yes, shredded rotisserie chicken works well, providing both flavor and convenience for the filling.

→ What type of bacon is best?

Thick-cut bacon adds a hearty texture, but regular cooked and crumbled bacon also blends smoothly into the filling.

→ Can I prepare these ahead of time?

You can assemble the crescents a few hours in advance, keep refrigerated, and bake just before serving.

→ Are there substitutions for cream cheese?

Softened mascarpone or ricotta may be used for a similar creamy texture in the filling.

→ How should leftovers be stored?

Leftovers can be covered and refrigerated for up to 3 days, then reheated in the oven to restore crispness.

→ Can different cheeses be used?

Yes, try provolone or cheddar for a different flavor profile, though mozzarella melts especially well in this dish.