Creamy chicken crescent almondine with toasted almond topping, served on a vibrant Mexican-style plate.

Creamy Chicken Crescent Almondine

Portions:8
Preparation Time: 45 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 10.75 oz. can condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
  • cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons instant minced onion
  • 3 cups cooked cubed chicken breast
  • 1 8 oz. can water chestnuts, drained and sliced
  • 1 4 oz. can mushroom stems and pieces, drained
  • ½ cup chopped celery
  • 1 8 oz. can crescent roll dough

For Topping:

  • cup shredded Swiss or American cheese
  • ½ cup slivered almonds
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large saucepan, combine the condensed cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, sour cream, and instant minced onion.
  • Stir in the cooked chicken, water chestnuts, mushrooms, and celery.
  • Cook over medium heat until the mixture is hot and bubbly.
  • Pour the creamy chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into two rectangles.
  • Trim the dough to fit the baking dish if necessary.
  • Place the dough rectangles over the hot chicken mixture.
  • In a small bowl, combine the shredded cheese and slivered almonds.
  • Sprinkle the cheese and almond mixture evenly over the dough.
  • Drizzle the melted butter over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is a deep golden brown.
  • Serve hot, spooning the creamy chicken and almond mixture over each serving.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

Pair this creamy chicken crescent almondine with a medium-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or a light-bodied red wine like Pinot Noir. These wines will complement the rich and creamy texture of the dish, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 450 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25 g | Protein: 25 g | Fat: 30 g | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 3 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish / Nuts
Cuisine American