Chicken and Spinach Crescent Pies Recipe

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

These Chicken and Spinach Crescent Pies are a delicious and easy chicken recipe that combines tender chicken, fresh spinach, and creamy cheese wrapped in flaky crescent dough. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a tasty appetizer.

This recipe is straightforward and requires minimal cooking skills, making it accessible for home cooks of all levels.

Easy Chicken and Spinach Crescent Pies

These savory pies feature a filling of cooked chicken, sautéed spinach, and cheese, all encased in golden crescent dough. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 package (8 oz) crescent roll dough
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, chopped spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Roll Out the Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
Fill the Dough: Place a spoonful of the chicken and spinach mixture at the wide end of each triangle. Fold the dough over to form a pocket and seal the edges by pressing with a fork.

Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the pies with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
Bake: Place the pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these delicious chicken and spinach crescent pies warm.