savory crescent chicken squares

Recipe by
Jean Romero
Lewiston, ID

We have only been eating these for about five years now and I forget about them until looking for some other recipe. They are rich and very good for a quick luncheon with the girls.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For savory crescent chicken squares

  • 3 oz
    cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 Tbsp
    butter, softened
  • 2 c
    cubed cooked chicken
  • 1 Tbsp
    chopped fresh chives or onion
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1/8 tsp
    pepper
  • 2 Tbsp
    milk
  • 1/4 c
    chopped pecans
  • 1 can
    (8 oz) pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
  • 1 Tbsp
    butter, melted
  • 3/4 c
    seasoned croutons, crushed

How To Make savory crescent chicken squares

  • 1
    Heat oven to 350°F. In medium bowl, mix cream cheese and 1 tablespoon softened butter; beat until smooth. Add chicken, chives, salt, pepper, milk and pecans; mix well.
  • 2
    Separate or cut dough into 4 rectangles. If using crescent dough, firmly press perforations to seal. Spoon 1/2 cup chicken mixture onto center of each rectangle. Pull 4 corners of dough to center of chicken mixture; twist firmly. Pinch edges to seal.
  • 3
    Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Brush tops of sandwiches with 1 tablespoon melted butter; sprinkle with crushed croutons. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.
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