Chicken Parmesan Crescent Rolls
Craving the classic flavors of Chicken Parmesan but want something quick, easy, and handheld? These Chicken Parmesan Crescent Rolls are the perfect solution! Tender chicken strips, melty mozzarella, and savory marinara sauce get wrapped in flaky crescent dough and baked to golden perfection.
These Chicken Parmesan Crescent Rolls come together in a flash thanks to a few smart shortcuts: store-bought crescent dough, frozen chicken strips, and a jar of your favorite marinara sauce. The magic happens with one extra special step—we brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle them generously with garlic powder and Italian seasoning for that irresistible golden finish and amazing flavor boost!
These little bites are perfect as a quick snack, party appetizer, or a crowd-pleasing addition to your game-day spread. They’re guaranteed to disappear fast from any snack table!
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These Chicken Parmesan Crescent Rolls come together in under 30 minutes, making them perfect for hectic weeknights, game-day munchies, or crowd-pleasing appetizers. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you get all the cozy, big Italian flavors of classic chicken Parmesan—comfort food, simplified!
Imagine tender chicken strips, rich pasta sauce, and gooey mozzarella cheese wrapped up in flaky crescent dough. The result? Bite-sized chicken parm rolls that are handheld, delicious, and impossible to resist. We often keep store-bought crescent dough in the fridge for quick meals like this (though homemade works great too!). The versatility of crescent rolls is endless—check out our other favorites like Ham and Cheese Crescent Rolls, classic Chicken Crescent Rolls, or sweet Strawberry Cheesecake Crescents when you’re craving something dessert-style.
Quick, easy, and packed with flavor—your new go-to recipe is ready to roll!
Chicken Parmesan Crescent Rolls Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 4 frozen chicken strips
- 8-count package crescent rolls
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese, cut into quarters
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Equipment:
- Baking Sheet
- Aluminum Foil
- Basting Brush
🥣 Recipe Tips
- Prevent sogginess for the best texture — Don’t overload the crescent triangles with marinara sauce; use just a small spoonful (about 1 tablespoon or less per roll) to keep the dough from getting too wet and ensure it bakes up flaky and golden instead of soft or underdone. If you love extra sauce, serve most of it warmed on the side for dipping!
- Boost flavor and browning on top — After brushing the rolls with melted butter, be generous with the garlic powder and Italian seasoning sprinkle—it adds that authentic garlic bread-like aroma and taste. For an extra cheesy, restaurant-style finish, add a light dusting of grated Parmesan cheese right before or after baking.
- Make assembly smoother and quicker — Pre-bake the frozen chicken strips as directed (10 minutes at 375°F), then let them cool slightly before halving and placing on the dough—this makes them easier to handle and helps the cheese melt evenly without overcooking the chicken. If the strips are very thick, gently flatten them a bit for a more uniform roll and better cheese-to-chicken ratio in every bite.
These simple tweaks keep the recipe fast (under 30 minutes total) while maximizing that classic chicken Parmesan vibe in handheld form—perfect for weeknights or game day!
How to make these Chicken Parm rolls:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
- Place four chicken strips on the foil-lined pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Once the chicken strips are cooked and ready, unroll the crescent dough and separate it into individual triangles.
- Cut each chicken strip in half crosswise, then place one halved strip at the wide end of each dough triangle, positioning it so you can easily roll it up.
- Spoon a dollop of marinara sauce over each piece of chicken, spreading it lightly to cover the top.
- Top the marinara sauce with two slices (or pieces) of fresh mozzarella cheese, placing them side by side or slightly overlapping to cover most of the surface—this helps create that classic gooey, melty layer when baked.
- Carefully roll the wide end of the crescent triangle with the chicken strip toward the point, wrapping it around the chicken
- Arrange the crescent rolls on a baking sheet and pop them into the preheated oven.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the dough turns a beautiful golden brown.
- Right after they come out, brush each roll generously with melted butter, then sprinkle with garlic powder and a pinch of Italian seasoning
These Chicken Parmesan Crescent Rolls bring all the comforting flavors of classic chicken parm to your table in a fun, handheld package — and they come together so quickly! Serve them hot with extra marinara for dipping, and watch them disappear at your next family dinner, game day gathering, or snack time. Your family is going to love this easy twist on an Italian favorite. Enjoy!
Other Crescent Roll Recipes:
🥣 Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 chicken strips frozen breaded
- 8 crescent rolls refrigerated
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese cut into quarters
- 1 tablespoon butter melted
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
- Place four chicken strips on the foil-lined pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Once the chicken strips are cooked and ready, unroll the crescent dough and separate it into individual triangles.
- Cut each chicken strip in half crosswise, then place one halved strip at the wide end of each dough triangle, positioning it so you can easily roll it up.
- Spoon a dollop of marinara sauce over each piece of chicken, spreading it lightly to cover the top.
- Top the marinara sauce with two slices (or pieces) of fresh mozzarella cheese, placing them side by side or slightly overlapping to cover most of the surface—this helps create that classic gooey, melty layer when baked.
- Carefully roll the wide end of the crescent triangle with the chicken strip toward the point, wrapping it around the chicken
- Arrange the crescent rolls on a baking sheet and pop them into the preheated oven.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the dough turns a beautiful golden brown.
- Right after they come out, brush each roll generously with melted butter, then sprinkle with garlic powder and a pinch of Italian seasoning
- Serve them hot with extra marinara for dipping,
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