I’m so happy to share this Chicken Roll Ups recipe because it uses only a few simple ingredients and turns them into a warm, comforting dinner. Soft crescent rolls wrap around tender chicken and melty cheese, all baked in a creamy sauce. Every bite is rich, cozy, and very family friendly. It is the kind of meal that feels easy but still tastes special.
Level: Easy
Total Time: about 35 minutes
Prep Time: about 10 minutes
Cook Time: about 25 minutes
Yield: about 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
I still remember the first time I made this recipe at home. I could not believe how something so simple could taste so comforting and satisfying. It quickly became one of those meals I come back to again and again.
This dish is all about ease and comfort. Cooked chicken is rolled inside soft crescent dough, then covered with a creamy sauce made from soup, milk, and cheese. Everything bakes together into a bubbly, cozy casserole that is perfect for busy nights.
This is a great recipe for weeknights when you want dinner ready fast. It also works well when you have leftover chicken and want to turn it into something everyone will enjoy.
How to Make Chicken Roll Ups
This recipe brings together creamy, cheesy flavors with soft baked bread in a very simple way. Here is how it all comes together:
• Cooked chicken chopped into small pieces
• Crescent roll dough used as a soft wrap
• A quick creamy sauce made from soup, milk, and cheese
• Rolls placed in a baking dish and covered with sauce
• Everything baked until hot and bubbly
It is a short ingredient list with very easy steps and almost no stress.
Ingredients
• about 1 to 1½ cups cooked chicken breast, chopped
• 1 can refrigerated crescent rolls
• 1 can cream of chicken soup, unsalted if possible
• ½ cup milk
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• cooking spray for the baking dish
Directions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Heat your oven to 350°F.
- Lightly spray a 9 by 13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Make the Sauce:
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the soup, milk, and shredded cheese.
- Mix until smooth, then set it aside.
- Prepare the Dough:
- Separate the crescent roll dough into individual triangles.
- Lay them flat on a clean surface.
- Fill the Rolls:
- Place chopped chicken on the wide end of each triangle.
- Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the sauce on top of the chicken.
- Roll Them Up:
- Gently roll each crescent from the wide end to the tip.
- Keep the filling tucked inside as best as you can.
- Assemble the Dish:
- Spread about ⅓ cup of the sauce in the bottom of the baking dish.
- Place the rolled crescents on top in a single layer.
- Add the Remaining Sauce:
- Pour the rest of the sauce evenly over the rolls.
- Try to cover them well so they stay soft while baking.
- Bake:
- Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes, until the sauce is bubbly and the rolls are lightly golden.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Process Details
• Using Cooked Chicken: Cooked chicken keeps this recipe fast and easy, and it warms up perfectly in the oven.
• Creamy Sauce: The mix of soup, milk, and cheese creates a smooth sauce that keeps everything moist.
• Rolling the Dough: Rolling from the wide end helps hold the chicken inside as it bakes.
• Sauce on the Bottom: A little sauce under the rolls prevents sticking and adds flavor to every bite.
• Covered Rolls: Pouring sauce on top keeps the dough soft instead of dry.
Tips for Success
• Use unsalted cream of chicken soup so you can better control the salt level.
• Chop the chicken into small pieces so it rolls easily.
• Do not overfill the crescents or they may open while baking.
• Let the dish rest a few minutes after baking so the sauce thickens slightly.
• You can use leftover rotisserie chicken to save time.
• Add a pinch of pepper if you want a little extra flavor.
Serving Ideas
• Serve with a simple green salad on the side.
• Pair with steamed vegetables like broccoli or green beans.
• Add a spoon of extra sauce from the pan over each roll.
• Serve with fruit on the side for a lighter meal.
• Enjoy as a cozy dinner on a busy weeknight.
Storage & Freezing
• Refrigerator: Let leftovers cool, then store in an airtight container for about 3 to 4 days.
• Reheating: Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through. Add a small splash of milk if needed.
• Freezing: This dish can be frozen after baking. Wrap tightly and freeze for up to about 2 months.
• From Frozen: Thaw in the fridge overnight, then reheat gently until hot.
Nutrition Info (Approximate per Serving)
• Calories: ~430
• Protein: ~25g
• Carbohydrates: ~28g
• Fat: ~24g
• Fiber: ~1g
• Sodium: ~850mg
• Sugar: ~5g
These Chicken Roll Ups are creamy, comforting, and very easy to make. The soft rolls, tender chicken, and rich sauce come together into a meal that feels warm and filling without a lot of work.
I hope you enjoy making this recipe as much as I do. It is simple, reliable, and perfect for nights when you want something cozy on the table fast.
