Name: Creamy Broccoli Chicken Crescent Bake Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: PT-489658H28M25S
Total time: PT-489658H28M25S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded; 1 cup broccoli florets, steamed; 1 cup cream of chicken soup; 0.5 cup sour cream; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 0.5 tsp onion powder; salt and pepper, to taste; 1 can (8 oz) crescent roll dough; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

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Introduction

This Creamy Broccoli Chicken Crescent Bake is a comforting and easy-to-make dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Combining tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and gooey cheddar cheese all nestled on a buttery crescent roll crust, it’s a family favorite that comes together quickly.

The image shows a baking dish filled with golden brown puff pastry rolls on top. Underneath the pastries, there are layers of melted cheese and pieces of green broccoli. The cheese looks creamy and slightly browned around the edges. The puff pastry is shiny and flaky with a crispy texture and evenly spaced in neat rows. The dish rests on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup broccoli florets, steamed
1 can (8 oz) crescent roll dough
1 cup cream of chicken soup
0.5 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
0.5 tsp garlic powder
0.5 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, steamed broccoli, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until fully mixed.
Step 3: Unroll crescent roll dough and press into the bottom of the greased dish, sealing seams to form an even crust.
Step 4: Spread the chicken and broccoli mixture evenly over the dough base.
Step 5: Top evenly with shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 6: Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden and cheese is bubbly.
Step 7: Allow to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture.
Swap out cheddar for mozzarella or a blend of Italian cheeses for a different taste profile.
Use cooked turkey instead of chicken for a seasonal twist.
Make sure to steam broccoli just until tender to keep it crisp and vibrant in color.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes until heated through to keep the crust crisp. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

A glass baking dish filled with a baked casserole showing 15 puff pastry pockets arranged in three rows. Each pocket has a golden brown, flaky, and slightly shiny top layer with light browned spots. Below the pastry layer, there is a creamy sauce with melted cheese bubbling around the edges. Inside and partly visible in the spaces between the pockets are pieces of green broccoli florets and some white chicken chunks. The dish is placed on a shiny white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh broccoli instead of steamed?

It’s best to steam the broccoli first to ensure it cooks fully and blends well with the creamy filling. Using raw broccoli may result in a crunchy and undercooked texture.

Can I prepare this dish ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the bake in the dish, cover it, and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the fridge.