I am so happy to share my Glazed Chicken Minis recipe with you because it turns simple ingredients into a warm, sweet, and savory treat. These little bites have soft crescent rolls wrapped around tender chicken nuggets, all covered in a buttery brown sugar glaze. Every piece is cozy, sticky, and full of flavor. They make any party, game day, or family snack time feel extra fun and special. You will love how fast they come together and how quickly they disappear.
Level: Easy
Total Time: about 35 minutes
Prep Time: about 10 minutes
Cook Time: about 25 minutes
Yield: about 36 mini bites
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
I still remember the first time I tried making these at home, and I was shocked at how quickly everyone grabbed them. There is something wonderful about the mix of buttery dough, sweet glaze, and warm chicken packed into one bite.
These little minis are simple to build, and the oven does most of the work. You wrap chicken nuggets in crescent triangles, pour a quick butter and sugar glaze on top, and bake until golden. The result is soft, sticky, and a little crispy in the best way.
They work great for parties, tailgates, holidays, or even a fun breakfast treat. If you want something easy that always makes people smile, this recipe is perfect.
How to Make Glazed Chicken Minis
These minis mix sweet and savory flavors in a way that feels comforting and fun. Here is how everything fits together:
• Frozen chicken nuggets wrapped in soft crescent roll pieces
• A simple glaze made with butter, brown sugar, mustard, and sauce for flavor
• Quick assembly with no thawing needed
• Baking until the tops are golden and the glaze sticks nicely
• A warm and cozy bite that works for any get together
Once everything is wrapped and glazed, the oven brings all the flavors together in a very easy way.
Ingredients
• 1 (8 ounce) tube refrigerated crescent rolls
• 1 (4 ounce) tube refrigerated crescent rolls
• 36 pieces frozen popcorn chicken
• 1 half cup butter
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
Directions
- Prepare the Pan:
- Heat your oven to 375°F.
- Lightly spray a 9 by 13 inch baking pan so the minis do not stick.
- Cut the Dough:
- Unroll both tubes of crescent rolls and separate them into 12 triangles.
- Cut each triangle into 3 long, narrow pieces so you end up with 36 pieces.
- Wrap the Chicken:
- Place one frozen chicken nugget on the wide end of each dough strip.
- Roll it up gently and place it seam side down in the baking pan.
- Make the Glaze:
- Melt the butter in a small pot over low heat.
- Stir in the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and poppy seeds until smooth.
- Add the Glaze:
- Pour the warm glaze evenly over all the wrapped chicken pieces.
- Make sure the tops get coated so they bake up shiny and sweet.
- Bake the Minis:
- Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes, until the dough is golden and the glaze has thickened.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Process Details
• Cutting the Dough: Smaller dough pieces wrap neatly around the nuggets and bake evenly.
• Using Frozen Nuggets: Keeping the chicken frozen helps the minis hold their shape and they cook through easily in the oven.
• Melting the Glaze: Mixing the butter and sugar until smooth helps the glaze spread nicely over the dough.
• Even Baking: Spacing the minis in the pan gives them room to puff and turn golden.
• Glaze Flavor Balance: The sugar brings sweetness, the mustard adds a little tang, and the Worcestershire gives a warm, savory taste.
Tips for Success
• Use good quality popcorn chicken so each bite tastes great.
• If a nugget is very large, cut it in half so it fits the dough piece better.
• A pizza cutter makes slicing the crescent dough into thirds very easy.
• You can swap Dijon mustard for yellow mustard if you want a milder taste.
• Brush a little extra glaze from the pan over the tops after baking for extra shine.
• These taste great warm or at room temperature, so they travel well for parties.
Serving Ideas
• Set them out on a big platter with toothpicks so guests can grab them easily.
• Serve with small bowls of honey mustard or barbecue sauce for dipping.
• Add them to a breakfast spread with fruit and scrambled eggs.
• Pair with simple snacks like chips, veggie sticks, or cheese cubes.
• Use them as a fun side dish during game night or family movie time.
Storage & Freezing
• Refrigerator: Store leftovers in a sealed container for about 3 to 4 days.
• Reheating: Warm in the oven or air fryer so the dough gets soft again. A microwave works too, but the dough may be a little softer.
• Freezing: You can freeze them for about 1 month. Place them in a freezer bag and thaw before reheating.
• Texture Note: The glaze may thicken slightly after chilling, but the flavor stays delicious.
Nutrition Info (Approximate per Serving)
• Calories: ~90
• Protein: about 4g
• Carbohydrates: about 7g
• Fat: about 6g
• Fiber: ~0g
• Sodium: around 120mg
• Sugar: about 2g
These Glazed Chicken Minis are sweet, savory, soft, and just a little sticky, which makes them surprisingly hard to stop eating. The mix of warm chicken, buttery dough, and shiny glaze comes together in a way that feels comforting and fun for any occasion.
I hope you enjoy making these little bites as much as I do. They are quick, tasty, and sure to become a favorite at your parties or family gatherings. Enjoy every bite!
