Chicken Parmesan Crescent Muffins Recipe

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

These Chicken Parmesan Crescent Muffins are a delicious twist on a classic chicken recipe. They combine tender chicken, savory Parmesan cheese, and flaky crescent dough for a satisfying meal or snack.

This recipe is simple to follow and perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. You can easily customize the filling with your favorite herbs or additional cheese.

Savory Chicken Parmesan Muffins

These muffins feature a delightful combination of shredded chicken, marinara sauce, and Parmesan cheese wrapped in buttery crescent dough. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and yields 12 muffins.

Ingredients

1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent dough
1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
1/2 cup marinara sauce
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
Prepare the Dough: Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles. Press each triangle into the bottom and up the sides of the muffin cups.
Mix the Filling: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, marinara sauce, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Fill the Muffins: Spoon the chicken mixture evenly into each crescent-lined muffin cup.
Add Toppings: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of each muffin.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool slightly before removing them from the tin. Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve warm.