Cheesy Chicken Bacon Rolls

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Enjoy flaky crescent dough wrapped around a flavorful blend of shredded chicken, crispy bacon, and cheddar cheese. Enhanced with cream cheese and seasoning, these rolls bake to a golden finish with gooey melted cheese inside. Ideal for an easy snack or appetizer, they pair wonderfully with dipping sauces like ranch or honey mustard. Variations include turkey or ham substitutions and seasoning tweaks for added flavor. Simple prep and quick baking deliver a satisfying, savory treat for any occasion.

Updated on Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:29:00 GMT
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Flaky crescent rolls stuffed with tender chicken, crispy bacon, gooey cheese, and a touch of seasoning—perfect as a snack, appetizer, or easy dinner.

Filled these rolls many times for friends and family who can't get enough of the cheesy chicken and bacon combo.

Ingredients

  • Meats: 1 cup (about 140 g) cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced, 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped
  • Dairy: 1 cup (115 g) shredded cheddar cheese, 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
  • Crescent Rolls: 1 can (8 oz (226 g)) refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 rolls)
  • Seasonings: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
  • For Serving (optional): Ranch or honey mustard dip

Instructions

Preheat Oven:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, combine chicken, bacon, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and dried parsley. Mix until evenly combined.
Prepare Dough:
Unroll the crescent dough and separate into 8 triangles.
Fill Rolls:
Place about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture at the wide end of each triangle.
Roll:
Roll up each triangle, starting from the wide end and rolling toward the tip. Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake:
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Serve:
Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
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These rolls always bring smiles at family gatherings, especially when served fresh and warm from the oven.

Required Tools

Baking sheet, Mixing bowl, Spoon, Parchment paper

Allergen Information

Contains Wheat (gluten), Milk (cheese, cream cheese), Egg (may be present in crescent dough), Pork (bacon, unless using turkey bacon). Always check ingredient labels for allergens.

Nutritional Information

Per roll: Calories 230, Total Fat 13 g, Carbohydrates 17 g, Protein 10 g

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Perfect appetizer: warm Cheesy Chicken and Bacon Crescent Rolls showcasing melted cheese and crispy bacon. | toastytongs.com

Enjoy these rolls as a delightful snack or appetizer that everyone will love.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use different meats for the filling?

Yes, turkey or ham can substitute chicken for a variation in flavor.

What cheese types work best in these rolls?

Cheddar and cream cheese blend well for a creamy, sharp taste and smooth texture.

How should I store leftover rolls?

Keep leftovers covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Can these rolls be prepared ahead of time?

Fill and roll the crescents, then refrigerate before baking to save time later.

What dipping sauces pair well with these crescent rolls?

Ranch dressing, honey mustard, or a spicy aioli complement the savory flavors nicely.

Cheesy Chicken Bacon Rolls

Flaky crescents filled with chicken, bacon, and cheese, perfect for snacks or appetizers.

Prep duration
15 min
Cook duration
20 min
Complete duration
35 min
Created By Daniel Brooks


Skill Level Easy

Heritage American

Output 8 Portions

Dietary considerations None specified

Components

Meats

01 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
02 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped

Dairy

01 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
02 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened

Crescent Rolls

01 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 rolls)

Seasonings

01 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
02 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
03 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)

For Serving (optional)

01 Ranch or honey mustard dip

Directions

Phase 01

Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Phase 02

Combine filling ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix chicken, bacon, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and dried parsley until evenly combined.

Phase 03

Prepare crescent dough: Unroll crescent dough and separate into 8 triangles.

Phase 04

Fill and roll dough: Place about 2 tablespoons of the filling at the wide end of each triangle, then roll toward the tip. Position rolls seam-side down on the baking sheet.

Phase 05

Bake rolls: Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until golden brown and cheese has melted.

Phase 06

Cool and serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with dipping sauce if desired.

Tools needed

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon
  • Parchment paper

Allergy details

Review each ingredient for potential allergens and consult with a healthcare professional if you're uncertain.
  • Contains wheat (gluten), milk (cheddar and cream cheese), and possibly egg in crescent dough. Contains pork from bacon unless substituted.

Nutritional information (per portion)

These values are approximate guidelines only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Energy: 230
  • Fats: 13 g
  • Carbohydrates: 17 g
  • Proteins: 10 g