This Chicken Pesto Crescent Calzones Recipe combines tender chicken with flavorful pesto, all wrapped in flaky crescent dough. It’s a quick and satisfying meal option that is perfect for busy weeknights.
The recipe is simple to follow and can be customized with your favorite ingredients. Serve these calzones with a side salad or marinara sauce for dipping.
Easy Chicken Pesto Calzones
These calzones are filled with a delicious mixture of cooked chicken, pesto, and cheese, baked until golden brown. 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 pesto sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, pesto, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, 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 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 with marinara sauce for dipping if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 calzones
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
