Dinner

Chicken Crescent Roll Casserole Recipe

ByGabriel Langdon February 10, 2026February 10, 2026

Introduction

This Chicken Crescent Roll Casserole is a comforting and cheesy dish perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Packed with tender chicken and rich cream cheese filling, all wrapped in flaky crescent rolls, it’s both easy to make and delicious.

On a white plate set on a white marbled surface, there are three pieces of baked chicken covered with golden, melted cheese layered thickly on top. The cheese topping has a slightly crispy texture with browned spots and is sprinkled with small green herb flakes. Underneath the cheese, the chicken is white and juicy, with one piece showing tender chicken meat pulling apart slightly. There are also bits of diced onion visible under the cheese on one piece. A silver fork rests on the edge of the plate at the top right corner. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 (8 oz) cans Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls
1 (10 3/4 oz) can cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
4 tbsp butter, room temperature
1 tsp garlic powder
1/3 cup onion, finely chopped
2 large cooked chicken breasts, finely chopped (about 2 cups)
1/2 cup finely grated cheddar cheese (for filling)
1/2 tsp seasoning salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
2-4 tbsp heavy whipping cream (for filling)
1-2 cups grated cheddar cheese (for topping)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter to prevent sticking.
Step 2: In a small pot over medium heat, combine the cream of chicken soup, ¾ cup grated cheddar cheese, and ½ cup heavy whipping cream. Stir until the cheese melts, then remove from heat.
Step 3: In a mixing bowl, blend the cream cheese, butter, and garlic powder with a fork until smooth. Add the chopped chicken, onion, 2-4 tablespoons of heavy whipping cream, seasoning salt, black pepper, and ½ cup grated cheddar cheese. Mix everything thoroughly.
Step 4: Unroll the crescent rolls. Place about 1 tablespoon of the chicken mixture on the larger end of each crescent triangle and roll it up starting from that end.
Step 5: Spread some of the cream of chicken sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange the filled crescent rolls snugly in the dish.
Step 6: Pour the remaining sauce evenly over the rolls, then sprinkle 1 to 2 cups of grated cheddar cheese on top.
Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Tips & Variations

Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
Add chopped green onions or bell peppers to the filling for extra flavor and color.
For a spicier version, sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes into the chicken mixture.
Swap cheddar for Monterey Jack or mozzarella for a different cheesy taste.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350ºF until warmed through to maintain the crispy texture of the crescent rolls. Microwaving is quicker but may soften the crust.

How to Serve

The dish shows a white plate holding two pieces of cooked chicken breast topped with melted golden-yellow cheese that is slightly browned on the edges. The cheese layer is sprinkled with finely chopped green herbs, adding a speckled texture on top. The chicken underneath is white and tender in texture, visible where one piece is pulled apart, showing a gooey, creamy sauce inside. A shiny silver fork sits on the top right edge of the plate. The plate is set on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare this casserole ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the casserole a few hours ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator. Bake it right before serving for best results.

Can I use frozen crescent rolls?

Frozen crescent rolls can be used as long as they are fully thawed before assembling. This ensures they roll easily and bake evenly.

Gabriel Langdon