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Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken Crescent Rolls Recipe

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Delight in this comforting Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken Crescent Rolls recipe, featuring tender seared chicken breasts wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough, filled with a luscious garlic-cream cheese sauce, fresh spinach, and melted mozzarella. Perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal, these baked crescent rolls are garnished with fresh parsley for an inviting finish.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, plus extra for brushing

Garlic Herb Cream Sauce

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened

Assembly

  • 1 (8‑ounce) package refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Season and sear the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until they develop a beautiful golden crust. Remove chicken from the skillet, let rest for 5 minutes to retain juices, then slice into thin strips.
  2. Prepare the garlic-herb cream sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Sauté the minced garlic, rosemary, and thyme for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the softened cream cheese, stirring until it melts and combines. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream, cooking the mixture while stirring constantly until the sauce thickens to a glossy, creamy consistency. Remove from heat.
  3. Assemble the crescent rolls: Unfold the refrigerated crescent roll dough and separate it into individual triangles. Place each triangle on a parchment-lined baking sheet with the tip pointing upward. Spoon a small amount of the prepared garlic herb cream sauce into the center of each triangle. Layer fresh baby spinach leaves, a few sliced chicken strips, and a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese on top. Drizzle a little extra cream sauce over the filling for added richness.
  4. Roll, brush, and bake: Starting from the wide end of each triangle, gently roll toward the tip, tucking the tip underneath to secure the filling. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter and brush the tops of all crescent rolls to create a golden finish when baked. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the crescent rolls for 15-18 minutes or until they are puffed up and golden brown.
  5. Garnish and serve: Remove the baked rolls from the oven and allow them to rest for 3 minutes. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top for a fresh, aromatic touch. Serve immediately while the sauce is warm and the crescent rolls are flaky and tender.
  6. Store leftovers: Let any leftover rolls cool to room temperature before transferring them to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze unbaked assembled rolls by placing them on a parchment-lined sheet, then transferring to a freezer bag for up to 2 months. To reheat, bake refrigerated rolls covered with foil at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or bake frozen rolls at 375°F for 20-22 minutes, removing foil during the last 5 minutes of baking.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, increase the red pepper flakes to taste or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Fresh herbs can be substituted with 1 teaspoon each of dried rosemary and thyme if needed.
  • Ensure the chicken is fully cooked through before slicing to ensure food safety.
  • Do not overfill the crescent rolls to prevent leaking during baking.
  • These rolls can be baked from frozen, but allow a few extra minutes of cooking time to ensure thorough warming.

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