Chicken Crescent Casserole isn’t just a rich dish; it’s layer upon layer of richness to create a true wealth of flavor. From the buttery crescent roll crust to the cream cheese-infused filling to the creamy, savory, cheesy sauce saturating the casserole, Chicken Crescent Casserole is lavish and luscious throughout. Filled with tender chicken, butter, onion, and mayonnaise, this casserole couldn’t be any more flavorful. Enjoy this meal by the light of a crescent moon with your favorite people!
Ingredients
For the cream sauce:
- 1/2 cup half-and-half
- 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 (10.75-ounce) can cream of chicken soup, undiluted
- black pepper, to taste
For the filling:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, very soft
- 4 tablespoons butter, very soft, but not melted
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
- 1/3 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 large chicken breasts, cooked and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, finely grated
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, plus more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
For the crust:
- 2 (8-ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated, or more if desired
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2 –Butter a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 3 –In a saucepan, mix the half-and-half, 3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese, and the cream of chicken soup.
Step 4 –Season with black pepper.
Step 5 –Heat the mixture on the stovetop over medium heat until the cheese melts, being careful not to boil the mixture. Keep warm and set aside.
Step 6 –In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese and butter, whisking together until very smooth.
Step 7 –Add the garlic powder.
Step 8 –Add the onion, chicken, and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, mixing until well combined.
Step 9 –Add the mayonnaise, mix to combine, and add more if the mixture seems too dry.
Step 10 –Season with the seasoning salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Step 11 –Remove the crescent rolls from their packaging and unroll them.
Step 12 –Place 1 heaping tablespoon of the chicken mixture on the top of each crescent triangle, then roll them up starting at the thickest end.
Step 13 –Drizzle the bottom of the prepared baking dish with 2 tablespoons of the cream sauce.
Step 14 –Place the filled crescent rolls seam-side down in the casserole dish.
Step 15 –Drizzle the remaining cream sauce on top of the crescent rolls, to taste.
Step 16 –Sprinkle the top with 1 cup cheddar cheese, or more if desired.
Step 17 –Bake until cooked through, about 30 minutes.
Step 18 –Serve hot.
