Savory Chicken Spinach Artichoke Crescent Bites
These Savory Chicken Spinach Artichoke Crescent Bites are delightful bite-sized treats that pack a punch of flavor and elegance into every morsel. Made with tender chicken, nutritious spinach, tangy artichokes, and creamy Laughing Cow cheese, all encased in a golden crescent dough, they make the perfect appetizer for any gathering. These crescent bites offer a delicious medley of creamy and savory flavors that will surely impress your guests and leave them reaching for more.
32
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
vegetable oil
2 tablespoons
Vidalia onion
1 medium (medium dice)
garlic cloves
2 (minced)
chicken breast
1 lb (ground)
frozen spinach
10 ounces (defrosted, drained, chopped)
artichoke hearts
8 1/2 ounces (roughly chopped)
Laughing Cow cheese
8 ounces (original)
sour cream
3 tablespoons
salt
to taste
pepper
to taste
crescent roll dough
2 (8 ounce) packages
Instructions
1
Prepare all necessary equipment, including mini muffin pans.
2
Use a food processor to grind the boneless, skinless chicken breast until it resembles ground meat.
3
Defrost spinach according to package directions. Drain and dry thoroughly using paper towels, then chop.
4
Roughly chop the artichoke hearts into 1/8” pieces.
5
Dice the Vidalia onion to 1/4”, and mince the garlic cloves.
6
Heat the vegetable oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion, cooking until translucent, around 5 minutes, then add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
7
Add the ground chicken to the pan, cooking thoroughly, and breaking it apart as it cooks.
8
Stir in the artichoke hearts and chopped spinach, mixing well to combine and heating through.
9
Lower the heat and stir in the Laughing Cow cheese. Mix continuously until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated.
10
Remove from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature, then stir in the sour cream.
11
Place the chicken mixture in the refrigerator to cool completely, about 15 minutes.
12
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
13
Unroll the crescent roll dough, and slice each triangle in half. Roll each piece with a rolling pin, then use a fork to gently poke holes across each to prevent excessive rising.
14
Line each mini muffin cup with a dough piece, gently pressing to cover the sides and bottom, leaving enough dough to fold over the filling.
15
Fill each dough-lined cup with 1-2 teaspoons of the chicken spinach mixture. Fold over the dough to seal each bite.
16
Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes until golden brown on top.
17
Carefully remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. These bites can be easily removed from the pan once cooled.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Chicken Spinach Artichoke Crescent Bites?
They are bite-sized appetizer treats featuring a filling of ground chicken, spinach, artichokes, and creamy Laughing Cow cheese encased in golden crescent dough.
How many servings does this recipe produce?
This recipe makes approximately 32 individual crescent bites.
What type of chicken is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breast that is ground using a food processor.
How should I prepare the spinach?
Defrost the frozen spinach according to package directions, then drain and dry it thoroughly using paper towels before chopping.
What kind of onion is recommended?
A medium Vidalia onion is recommended, diced into 1/4 inch pieces.
How should the artichoke hearts be prepared?
The artichoke hearts should be roughly chopped into approximately 1/8 inch pieces.
What type of cheese provides the creamy base for the filling?
The recipe uses 8 ounces of original Laughing Cow cheese to create a creamy and savory filling.
When should I add the garlic to the pan?
Add the minced garlic after the onions have cooked for about 5 minutes and become translucent, then sauté until fragrant.
How do I ensure the chicken is cooked properly?
Add the ground chicken to the sautéed onion and garlic, cooking it thoroughly while breaking it apart into small pieces.
When is the cheese added to the mixture?
Once the chicken, spinach, and artichokes are combined and heated through, lower the heat and stir in the Laughing Cow cheese until melted.
When should I mix in the sour cream?
Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature before stirring in the 3 tablespoons of sour cream.
Why do I need to refrigerate the chicken mixture?
The mixture needs to be refrigerated for about 15 minutes to cool completely, making it easier to handle when filling the dough.
What is the correct oven temperature for baking?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) for these crescent bites.
How do I prepare the crescent roll dough?
Unroll the dough, slice each triangle in half, roll each piece with a rolling pin, and use a fork to poke holes across the surface.
Why should I poke holes in the dough with a fork?
Poking holes, or docking, helps prevent the dough from rising excessively while baking in the muffin cups.
How many packages of crescent roll dough are required?
You will need two 8-ounce packages of crescent roll dough.
What equipment is needed to bake the bites?
You will need mini muffin pans to shape and bake the individual bites.
How do I assemble the bites in the pan?
Line each mini muffin cup with a piece of dough, pressing it into the sides and bottom while leaving enough to fold over the top.
How much filling goes into each bite?
Fill each dough-lined cup with approximately 1 to 2 teaspoons of the chicken spinach mixture.
How do I seal the crescent bites?
After filling, fold the excess dough over the top of the mixture to seal the bite shut.
How long do the bites need to bake?
Bake them in the preheated oven for 14 to 16 minutes.
How do I know when the bites are finished baking?
They are done when the tops of the crescent dough are golden brown.
Can these be removed from the pan immediately?
It is best to let them cool slightly first; they can be easily removed from the pan once they have cooled a bit.
What is the primary flavor profile of this appetizer?
They offer a savory medley of creamy cheese, tangy artichokes, and seasoned chicken.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include appetizer, chicken, spinach, artichoke, crescent dough, cheese, party, bite-sized, finger food, and savory.
Is salt and pepper used in the filling?
Yes, salt and pepper are added to the filling mixture to taste.
Can I use a food processor for the chicken?
Yes, the recipe specifically instructs using a food processor to grind the chicken breast until it resembles ground meat.
Is vegetable oil used for cooking?
Yes, 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil are used to sauté the onions and garlic.
How much frozen spinach is needed?
The recipe calls for one 10-ounce package of frozen spinach.
Are these suitable for a party?
Yes, they are described as perfect bite-sized finger foods for gatherings and parties.