Description
Savory chicken pot pie crescent braid delivers comfort on a plate with classic creamy filling. Golden pastry and hearty ingredients create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn), thawed
- 0.5 cup cream of chicken soup
- 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 0.25 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Position the oven rack centrally and preheat to 375F (190C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for smooth release.
- Filling Creation: Merge chicken, mixed vegetables, chicken soup, cheddar cheese, garlic and onion powders, salt, and pepper into a cohesive mixture. Thoroughly blend ingredients to develop a rich, harmonious flavor profile.
- Dough Transformation: Unroll crescent roll dough onto prepared baking sheet. Seal perforated seams, converting individual triangles into a unified rectangular foundation.
- Braiding Technique: Arrange filling along dough’s center, maintaining generous side margins. Slice parallel strips near edges, stopping before filling. Interlace strips diagonally across filling, creating an elegant woven pattern that encapsulates the savory contents.
- Finishing Touches: Delicately coat entire surface with beaten egg, ensuring a lustrous golden exterior during baking. This technique guarantees a visually stunning and appetizing presentation.
- Baking Process: Slide assembled braid into preheated oven. Bake 20-25 minutes until achieving a deep golden-brown complexion. Monitor color transformation as an indicator of perfect doneness.
- Serving Presentation: Remove from oven and allow brief resting period. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley across surface for vibrant color and herbaceous accent. Slice into generous portions and serve while warmth enhances flavor complexity.
Notes
- Select Premium Ingredients: Choose high-quality, fresh chicken and vegetables for maximum flavor and nutrition. Frozen mixed vegetables work perfectly when fresh options aren’t available.
- Manage Moisture Carefully: Drain excess liquid from chicken and vegetables to prevent soggy dough. Use a paper towel to absorb extra moisture before mixing filling ingredients.
- Master the Braiding Technique: Cut dough strips evenly and weave gently to maintain structural integrity. Practice creates a more professional-looking presentation that impresses guests.
- Customize for Dietary Needs: Swap crescent rolls for gluten-free alternatives and use low-fat cheese for lighter version. Substitute rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation or use plant-based protein for vegetarian adaptation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg