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Savory Crescent Chicken
SUBMITTED BY:
Sandy Rowe
PHOTO BY:
Scotdog98
"A quick and easy warm chicken sandwich. (TIP: Two 5-ounce cans of chunk chicken, drained and flaked, can be substituted for cubed cooked chicken.)"
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Original recipe yield 4 sandwiches
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1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon butter, softened
2 cups cubed, cooked chicken meat
1 tablespoon minced onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon chopped pimento peppers (optional)
1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent rolls
1 tablespoon butter, melted
3/4 cup croutons
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DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 tablespoon melted butter or margarine until smooth. Add the chicken, onion, salt, pepper, milk and pimento. Mix well.
Separate crescent dough into four rectangles. Firmly press perforations to seal. Spoon 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture onto the center of each rectangle. Pull 4 corners of dough to center of chicken mixture and twist firmly. Pinch edges to seal.
Place sandwiches on an ungreased cookie sheet. Brush tops of sandwiches with 1 tablespoon of melted butter or margarine; sprinkle with crushed croutons. Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.
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Reviewed on Dec. 20, 2007 by FAMILYJEANS
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FAMILYJEANS
Dec. 20, 2007
I have been making this recipe for literally years - my family loves it! We call them "Chicken Squares". I don't use the pimentos or the croutons. After putting the chicken mixture in the middle of the crescent rectangle, I just fold the sides flat up over the top and gently pinch closed to make a little packet. I used to twist the sides together on top as originally listed, and had problems with it staying "doughy" in the center of the twist - you nearly have to overcook them to get it done that way. Most of the time I omit the butter on top of the crescent rolls and no one has ever noticed the difference. I do use Cavender's Greek Seasoning in the chicken mixture, and I think that is the secret to a really spectacular recipe. It's definitely a keeper and a standard in my recipe file! :o)
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I have been making this recipe for literally years - my family loves it! We call them...
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Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2003 by PAPAYAGIRL
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PAPAYAGIRL
Jun. 22, 2003
This was really quite good! I'd read some reviews that mentioned the filling was somewhat bland, so I cooked the chicken in a little butter, oil, and s&p, and when it was done, i sauteed the onions briefly in the pan juices/tasty brown bits. I also threw in a bit of garlic powder. The crushed croutons were a good addition (I'm sure bread crumbs work, but may not be as good), and they were a lot of fun to put together!
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This was really quite good! I'd read some reviews that mentioned the filling was somewhat...
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Reviewed on Jan. 6, 2004 by TATEISHOME
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TATEISHOME
Jan. 6, 2004
Like another reviewer I used muffin tins to make this dish. I used 10 oz canned chicken, 4 oz cream cheese, and 2 Tablespoons of diced Roasted red bell pepper. I also needed two packs of crescent rolls and put a heaping tablespoon inside each triangle. Sealed them anyway they would and topped with the melted butter and roasted garlic flavored breadcrumbs. They're pretty and easy to handle in the muffin tin method. 350 degrees for about 17-20 minutes worked for me.
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Like another reviewer I used muffin tins to make this dish. I used 10 oz canned chicken, 4 oz...
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Reviewed on Jan. 24, 2003 by HOLLY9000
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HOLLY9000
Jan. 24, 2003
YUMMY!! I used canned chicken and it was still incredible. For those of you who thougt it was "too bland", try this......make your normal "favorite" chicken salad, but use the 3 oz. cream cheese instead of mayo......then follow the recipe. It's so good. I added celery, red onion, and apple pieces. This was so great......definately an easy favorite I will make again and again. Oh, and I sprinkled w/Italian breadcrumbs instead of crushed cruotons
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21 users found this review helpful
YUMMY!! I used canned chicken and it was still incredible. For those of you who thougt it...
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Reviewed on Aug. 15, 2003 by HARMONYG23
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HARMONYG23
Aug. 15, 2003
Overall, this was a pretty tasty recipe. But, I did change a few things. After I put the chicken mixture in the middle of the rectangle I topped it with a tsp. or two of canned diced chiles and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese. I also took out the pimento since we don't care for them and I used an extra can of crescent rolls to cover the tops instead of folding the rectangle over. Very tasty and versatile recipe! Thanks!
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Overall, this was a pretty tasty recipe. But, I did change a few things. After I put the...
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Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2003 by NJSS2000
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NJSS2000
Sep. 11, 2003
My husband and I absolutely loved these. I couldn't believe it when my husband kept saying how good they are, because he is a real "Beef" and potatoes kind of guy.
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My husband and I absolutely loved these. I couldn't believe it when my husband kept saying...
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Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2008 by
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Lisa
Jul. 25, 2008
This recipe is so yummy and super easy to make! I usually use 4 oz. cream cheese instead of 3 oz. just because my boyfriend and I love cream cheese. I also do not use the pimento or brush the crescent tops with butter and sprinkle with croutons but they still turn out delicious. One suggestion I do have is to season the chicken a bit while cooking. I usually poach the chicken in chicken broth and season with salt, pepper and a little of Emeril's original essence spice just to give it a bit more flavor. Also, do not let the crescent rolls sit out too long as you prepare the chicken. I found that it makes the dough too soft and when you go to wrap the chicken mixture it tears much easier. Keep the dough chilled until you are ready to use.
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This recipe is so yummy and super easy to make! I usually use 4 oz. cream cheese instead of 3...
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Reviewed on Nov. 17, 2005 by chavela22
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chavela22
Nov. 17, 2005
Delicious! I made some alterations. I sauteed the raw chicken in some butter with a clove of minced garlic, 1/4 cup onion, half of a roma tomato, and 1/4 cup chopped broccoli. Then I added it to the cream cheese, butter and milk mixture. My husband said it tasted gourmet! (I also put some of the filling on sandwich bread cut up into small squares and toasted the squares in the oven. Great appetizers!)
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Delicious! I made some alterations. I sauteed the raw chicken in some butter with a clove of...
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Reviewed on Dec. 4, 2004 by KACTUSKID
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KACTUSKID
Dec. 4, 2004
I have made these chicken bundles for years, and my family and guests LOVE them. The filling can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator reducing last minute prep time. I prefer to substitute chopped chives for the minced onion for a more delicate flavor.
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I have made these chicken bundles for years, and my family and guests LOVE them. The filling...
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Reviewed on May 13, 2005 by
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May 13, 2005