Description
Chicken Broccoli Crescent Cups are a quick, savory, and family-friendly dish featuring tender shredded chicken, fresh steamed broccoli, and a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheese, all wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough. Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or as an appetizer, these crescent cups offer a comforting and nutritious meal that pleases both kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 can (12.5 oz) shredded canned chicken, drained
- 1 cup fresh broccoli florets, chopped
- 1 can (8 oz) crescent roll dough (or gluten-free crescent dough)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (blend of cheddar and mozzarella)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Broccoli: Chop fresh broccoli into small, bite-sized florets. Lightly steam them for 2 to 3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender; drain well to avoid excess moisture in the filling.
- Combine the Filling: In a medium bowl, mix the shredded chicken, steamed broccoli, shredded cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until fully combined into a creamy, delicious mixture.
- Prepare Crescent Cups: Unroll the crescent dough onto a clean surface and separate the pre-cut triangles. Press each triangle gently into a muffin tin cup, stretching slightly to cover the bottom and sides, forming a little cup ready to hold the filling.
- Fill and Bake: Spoon the chicken and broccoli filling evenly into each dough cup, filling about to the top but leaving some space for dough expansion. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 12 to 15 minutes, or until crescent cups are golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cups to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the pan so they set nicely and no filling spills out. Serve warm for the best experience.
Notes
- Drain broccoli thoroughly to prevent sogginess in the filling.
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for extra flavor.
- Do not overfill the crescent cups to allow dough to expand and bake evenly.
- Maintain a consistent oven temperature of 375°F to achieve golden, flaky crusts without burning.
- Let the crescent cups cool slightly before serving to avoid burns and help maintain their shape.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crescent cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg