Chicken Crescent Roll Ups Recipe
Chicken Crescent Roll Ups
If you need an easy dinner that feels warm, cheesy, and comforting, these Chicken Crescent Roll Ups are a great one to keep in your recipe box. Tender shredded chicken gets tucked inside buttery crescent rolls, then everything bakes in a creamy chicken and cheddar sauce until golden and bubbly.
It’s simple, family-friendly, and made with everyday grocery-store ingredients. Even better, you can use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken to make prep almost effortless.
This is the kind of weeknight meal that disappears fast—especially when there’s a little extra sauce spooned over the top.
Why You’ll Love These Chicken Crescent Roll Ups
This recipe keeps dinner easy without feeling boring.
- Quick prep: Most of the work is rolling up the chicken.
- Family-friendly: Mild, creamy flavors make this a hit with kids and adults.
- Uses simple ingredients: Crescent dough, canned soup, milk, cheese, and chicken do the job.
- Great for leftovers: Cooked chicken from another meal works perfectly.
- Comforting and filling: The creamy sauce and flaky rolls make it extra satisfying.
And since everything bakes in one dish, cleanup stays pretty manageable too.
Ingredients You’ll Need
You only need a handful of ingredients to make these easy chicken roll ups.
- 1½ cups cooked shredded chicken: Rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut.
- 1 can (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls: Separate into individual triangles.
- 1 can (10.75 ounces) cream of chicken soup: Creates the creamy sauce.
- ½ cup milk: Helps thin the soup mixture.
- ½ cup grated cheddar cheese: Adds cheesy flavor and richness.
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste: Season the filling and sauce as needed.
Tip: Taste the sauce before adding much salt. Canned soup and cheddar can already be fairly salty.
How to Make Chicken Crescent Roll Ups
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: About 30 minutes
Total Time: About 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
Lightly grease a 9 × 13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Sauce
In a small bowl, stir together the cream of chicken soup, milk, and grated cheddar cheese.
Season with a little black pepper and salt if needed.
Mix until everything is well combined.
Spread about ⅓ cup of the sauce mixture across the bottom of your prepared baking dish.
Step 3: Prepare the Crescent Dough
Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into individual triangles.
Place the triangles on a clean work surface.
If the dough feels very soft, keep it chilled until you’re ready to work with it. Cold crescent dough is much easier to roll.
Step 4: Add the Chicken
Place a small amount of shredded chicken on the wide end of each crescent triangle.
Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the soup mixture over the chicken.
Don’t overfill the rolls, or the filling may spill out while baking.
Step 5: Roll Them Up
Starting at the wide end, gently roll each triangle toward the narrow point.
Place the finished roll ups seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
Repeat until all the dough and chicken have been used.
Step 6: Add the Remaining Sauce
Pour the rest of the creamy soup mixture over and around the crescent rolls.
Try to leave a little of the top surface exposed so the dough can still turn golden.
Step 7: Bake Until Golden
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven.
Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and the sauce is hot and bubbly.
The chicken should be heated through to 165°F.
Let the dish rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Tips for the Best Chicken Crescent Roll Ups
A few small tricks can make this easy recipe turn out even better.
Use finely shredded chicken. Smaller pieces are easier to roll inside the dough.
Don’t overfill. Too much chicken or sauce can make the rolls difficult to seal.
Keep the dough cold. Warm crescent dough gets sticky and harder to handle.
Use freshly grated cheese. It melts more smoothly into the sauce.
Let the dish rest briefly. A few minutes out of the oven helps the sauce settle and keeps everything easier to serve.
If you like extra-cheesy dinners, sprinkle a little more cheddar over the top during the final 5 minutes of baking.
Easy Variations to Try
These crescent roll ups are easy to customize with different flavors.
- Broccoli chicken roll ups: Add finely chopped cooked broccoli with the chicken.
- Bacon chicken roll ups: Sprinkle cooked crumbled bacon inside each roll.
- Ranch chicken roll ups: Add a little dry ranch seasoning to the sauce.
- Spicy chicken roll ups: Add chopped jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne.
- Mozzarella chicken roll ups: Replace cheddar with shredded mozzarella.
- Turkey roll ups: Use leftover cooked turkey instead of chicken.
You can also add a spoonful of softened cream cheese to the chicken for an extra-creamy filling.
What to Serve With Chicken Crescent Roll Ups
Because these roll ups are rich and creamy, simple sides work best.
Steamed broccoli, green beans, or roasted carrots are all easy choices.
A fresh garden salad also works well and adds a crisp contrast to the soft, creamy casserole.
For a heartier meal, serve them with mashed potatoes or rice and spoon some of the extra sauce over the top.
And if you’re feeding picky eaters, fruit on the side keeps dinner simple and familiar.
How to Store and Reheat Leftovers
These chicken crescent roll ups are best fresh, but leftovers can still be delicious.
Refrigerator: Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
Freezer: You can freeze baked roll ups for up to 2 months, though the crescent dough may soften slightly after thawing.
Reheating: Warm them in a 350°F oven until heated through.
You can also microwave individual portions, but the dough will be softer.
Reheat leftovers until the center reaches 165°F.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Absolutely. Rotisserie chicken is one of the easiest shortcuts for this recipe.
Remove the skin, shred the meat, and use it exactly as directed.
Can I make these ahead of time?
You can prepare the sauce and chicken ahead, but it’s best to assemble the crescent rolls shortly before baking.
Unbaked crescent dough can become soft if it sits too long in the sauce.
Can I use cream of mushroom soup?
Yes. Cream of mushroom or cream of celery soup can replace the cream of chicken soup if you prefer.
Why are my crescent rolls soggy?
Too much sauce over the top can keep the dough from browning properly.
Pour most of the sauce around the rolls rather than completely covering them.
Can I add more cheese?
Definitely. Sprinkle extra cheddar over the top during the final few minutes of baking.
Can I use homemade crescent dough?
Yes. Homemade dough works well, though baking time may need to be adjusted depending on its thickness.
Final Thoughts
These Chicken Crescent Roll Ups are creamy, cheesy, easy, and perfect for busy family dinners.
With tender chicken tucked inside flaky crescent dough and a warm cheddar chicken sauce bubbling around the edges, they deliver plenty of comfort without a long ingredient list.
Serve them with a simple vegetable or salad, and you’ve got an easy dinner that feels cozy, satisfying, and very hard to resist.
Chicken Crescent Roll Ups
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9 × 13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, milk, and grated cheddar cheese. Season with black pepper and a small amount of salt if needed.
- Spread about 1/3 cup of the soup mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into individual triangles on a clean work surface.
- Place a small portion of shredded chicken on the wide end of each crescent triangle.
- Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the soup mixture over the chicken, taking care not to overfill.
- Starting at the wide end, roll each crescent triangle toward the narrow point. Place each roll seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Repeat until all the crescent dough and chicken have been used.
- Pour the remaining creamy soup mixture over and around the crescent rolls, leaving some of the tops exposed so they can brown.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and the sauce is hot and bubbly.
- Make sure the chicken is heated through to 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
