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Chicken Crescent Roll Casserole Recipe

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This Chicken Crescent Roll Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish combining tender cooked chicken with creamy vegetables and a flavorful sauce, all topped with buttery crescent roll dough, melted cheddar cheese, and crunchy slivered almonds. Baked to golden perfection, it's quick to prepare and perfect for a satisfying family meal that can also be served alongside white rice.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Casserole Filling

  • 3 cups cooked, diced chicken (about 1 lb pre-cooked)
  • 1 can (8 oz) water chestnuts, not drained
  • 1 can (4 oz) sliced mushrooms, not drained
  • ½ cup sliced celery
  • 1 can (10 oz) cream of chicken (or mushroom) soup
  • 2/3 cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
  • Salt, pepper, garlic powder, to taste

Topping

  • 1 can (8 oz) crescent rolls
  • 2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup slivered almonds
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Optional

  • White rice, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is fully heated by the time your casserole is ready to bake.
  2. Prepare the Filling: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the cooked diced chicken, water chestnuts (with liquid), sliced mushrooms (with liquid), sliced celery, cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, sour cream, and dried onion flakes. Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to suit your taste.
  3. Heat the Mixture: Stir the combined ingredients continuously until the mixture comes to a gentle boil and is bubbly, ensuring the filling is heated through and well combined.
  4. Assemble the Casserole: Pour the hot filling into a 2-quart baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
  5. Add the Crescent Roll Topping: Unroll the crescent roll dough and carefully place it on top of the hot filling to cover it completely.
  6. Add Cheese and Almonds: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the crescent roll dough, then scatter the slivered almonds on top for added texture and flavor.
  7. Finish with Butter: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the casserole. This will help the crescent roll crust brown beautifully and give a rich flavor.
  8. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crescent roll crust is golden brown and the cheese topping is melted.
  9. Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Optionally, serve with white rice for a complete meal.

Notes

  • You can substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom for a different flavor twist.
  • If using freshly cooked chicken, ensure it is fully cooled and diced before assembling the casserole.
  • For added crunch, you can toast the slivered almonds lightly before adding.
  • Adjust seasoning as needed, especially since canned soups and mayonnaise can be salty.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/chicken-crescent-roll-casserole-recipe/