Are you ready to spice up your dinner routine with a dish that's as simple to make as it is delicious? Look no further than these mouthwatering Green Chile Chicken Bakes! Bursting with flavor and wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough, this Mexican-inspired recipe is the perfect way to impress your family or guests without spending hours in the kitchen. With just 40 minutes from prep to plate, you’ll have a comforting meal that’s sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Dive into our recipe and discover how easy it is to create this scrumptious dish that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup green chile sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 package crescent roll dough
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures that your Green Chile Chicken Bakes will cook evenly and become golden brown.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, green chile sauce, shredded cheese, garlic powder, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Open the package of crescent roll dough and carefully unroll it on a clean, flat surface. You will see that the dough is divided into triangles.
- Take each triangle of dough and gently stretch it out a little to make it larger. This will allow you to better enclose the filling.
- Place a generous spoonful of the chicken mixture at the wide end of each triangle. Be careful not to overfill, as this could make sealing difficult.
- Starting from the wide end, roll the dough over the filling towards the pointed end, tucking in the sides as you roll to create a sealed pocket.
- Place the rolled bakes seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure to leave some space between each one to allow for expansion during baking.
- Once all the bakes are on the baking sheet, you can brush the tops lightly with olive oil or melted butter for a golden finish, if desired.
- Put the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and puffed up.
- Once cooked, remove the bakes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. This will help the filling set slightly.
- Serve the Green Chile Chicken Bakes warm, optionally garnished with fresh cilantro or a dollop of sour cream, if desired. Enjoy your delicious Mexican-inspired dish!
Tips
- Prep Ahead: To save time, you can prepare the filling a day in advance. Just store it in the refrigerator until you're ready to assemble the bakes.
- Customize Your Filling: Feel free to add other ingredients like black beans, corn, or diced bell peppers to the chicken mixture for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Stretch the Dough: Gently stretching the crescent roll dough will give you more space to hold the filling, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor.
- Don’t Overfill: Be cautious not to overstuff the dough, as this can make it difficult to seal and may cause the filling to leak out during baking.
- Golden Finish: For an extra touch of flavor and color, brush the tops of the bakes with olive oil or melted butter before baking.
- Serve with Sides: Pair your Green Chile Chicken Bakes with a fresh salad or some Mexican rice to create a complete meal that everyone will love.
- Garnish for Flair: A sprinkle of fresh cilantro or a dollop of sour cream can elevate the presentation and add a refreshing contrast to the rich filling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 162kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
