Swirled Garlic Herb and Cheese Bread Recipe
Swirled Garlic Herb and Cheese Bread features tender shredded chicken, creamy cheeses, and savory herbs rolled inside flaky crescent dough. Baked until golden and brushed with melted butter, these cheesy chicken crescent rolls make an easy, comforting meal or appetizer perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 rolls 1x
- Category: Chicken Dishes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Assembly
- 1 can crescent rolls
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the crescent rolls evenly.
- Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated and the mixture is creamy and flavorful.
- Unroll Crescent Rolls: Carefully unroll the can of crescent roll dough and separate into individual triangles.
- Fill and Roll: Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture at the wide end of each triangle. Roll the dough tightly from the wide end to the pointed end, encasing the filling inside.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the rolled crescent rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart to allow for expansion as they bake.
- Brush with Butter: Use a pastry brush to lightly coat the tops of the rolls with melted butter. This will help achieve a golden brown, shiny finish.
- Bake: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until they are puffed up and golden brown on top.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the rolls to cool slightly before serving warm, so the filling sets but remains soft and delicious.
Notes
- These rolls can be frozen uncooked and baked directly from frozen for a convenient make-ahead meal.
- Use cheddar cheese for a sharper flavor or mozzarella for a gooey, stretchy texture.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened to prevent clumps in the filling mixture.
- For added herbs and flavor, sprinkle some fresh parsley or chives on top before baking.
Keywords: Cheesy Chicken Rolls, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Family Recipe, Weeknight Meal
