Chicken and Bacon Crescent Calzones Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Chicken and Bacon Crescent Calzones recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and gooey cheese wrapped in flaky crescent dough. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun party appetizer.

The recipe is straightforward and requires minimal cooking skills, making it accessible for anyone looking to whip up a satisfying chicken recipe.

Easy Chicken and Bacon Calzones

These calzones are filled with a savory mixture of cooked chicken, crispy bacon, and cheese, all encased in buttery crescent dough. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Roll Out the Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Fill the Calzones: Place a generous spoonful of the chicken and bacon mixture on the wide end of each triangle. Fold the dough over to create a pocket and press the edges to seal.
Brush with Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the calzones with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the calzones are golden brown.
Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with marinara sauce for dipping.