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Show-Stopping Easter Chicken Salad Crescent Rolls

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Golden, flaky crescent rolls stuffed with creamy chicken salad make perfect party bites that are quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing. This recipe balances comfort and elegance, ideal for Easter or any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great for convenience)
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise (Hellmann’s preferred)
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup sliced almonds or chopped pecans
  • 1 can (8 oz / 227 g) refrigerated crescent roll dough (Pillsbury recommended)
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash, optional)
  • Sesame or poppy seeds for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken Salad (10 minutes): In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, celery, red onion, fresh dill, and Dijon mustard. Mix well until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Fold in sliced almonds or pecans if using. Set aside.
  2. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Open the refrigerated crescent roll dough and unroll onto a clean surface. Separate into 8 triangles along perforations. Let dough rest if too cold or sticky.
  4. Place about 2 tablespoons of chicken salad near the wider end of each crescent triangle. Roll each triangle from the wide end toward the point, tucking filling inside.
  5. Pinch edges to seal the filling inside. Place rolls seam-side down on the baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch apart.
  6. Optional: Brush each roll with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until rolls are puffed and golden brown. Watch closely to avoid overbaking.
  8. Let rolls cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a serving platter.

Notes

[‘Do not overfill rolls to prevent leaking; about 2 tablespoons per roll is ideal.’, ‘Let crescent dough rest if too cold to avoid cracking.’, ‘Pinch edges tightly and use a dab of water if needed to seal.’, ‘Egg wash adds golden shine and slight crispness; melted butter is a good alternative.’, ‘Start checking rolls at 12 minutes to avoid overbaking.’, ‘Assemble ahead but bake fresh for best texture; can refrigerate assembled rolls up to 24 hours.’, ‘Freeze assembled rolls before baking for longer storage; bake from frozen adding a few extra minutes.’, ‘Reheat leftovers in a 300°F oven for 5-7 minutes; avoid microwaving to keep dough flaky.’]

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Keywords: Easter, chicken salad, crescent rolls, party bites, appetizer, easy recipe, crowd-pleaser

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