Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience with Alma June's Chicken Bundles! These irresistible parcels of pure deliciousness combine tender shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and flaky crescent roll dough into a mouthwatering meal that will have your family begging for seconds. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer that'll steal the show at your next gathering, these chicken bundles are about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 package crescent roll dough
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, softened cream cheese, chopped green onions, garlic powder, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into individual triangles. Stretch each triangle slightly to ensure it can hold the filling.
- Place a generous spoonful of the chicken mixture onto the wider end of each crescent roll triangle. Carefully fold the sides of the dough over the filling and roll the dough from the wide end to the point, completely encasing the chicken mixture.
- Arrange the chicken bundles on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each bundle. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top of each bundle.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bundles are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 3-5 minutes before serving. The filling will be hot, so allow them to rest briefly.
- Serve warm and enjoy your Alma June's Chicken Bundles as a delightful main course or appetizer.
Tips
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and a smoother filling.
- Make sure to seal the edges of the crescent roll dough completely to prevent filling from leaking.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of dried herbs like thyme or parsley to the chicken mixture.
- If you want a golden, glossy finish, brush the tops of the bundles with an egg wash before baking.
- Let the bundles rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the filling to set and prevent burning your mouth.
- These bundles can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking - perfect for meal prep!
- For a crispy top, you can broil the bundles for 1-2 minutes at the end of cooking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 311kcal
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 78mg
