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Cranberry Stuffed Chicken Ring


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  • Author: Recipe Creator
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

A festive and delicious chicken ring filled with cranberry sauce and cream cheese, perfect for any gathering.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cranberries and thyme for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients:

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken, cream cheese, Dijon mustard, thyme, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Optionally, add chopped nuts for extra crunch.

  2. Arrange Dough:

    Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles. On a greased baking sheet, arrange the dough triangles in a circle with points facing outward and the base overlapping slightly to form a ring.

  3. Add Filling:

    Spoon the chicken mixture over the base of the triangles closest to the center of the ring. Top with cranberry sauce, spreading it evenly over the chicken mixture.

  4. Form the Ring:

    Pull the points of the triangles over the filling and tuck them underneath the base of the ring to secure it.

  5. Bake:

    Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.

  6. Garnish and Serve:

    Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Optionally, garnish with fresh cranberries and thyme for a festive touch.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: You can prepare the chicken mixture in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before assembling the ring.
  • Cheese Variation: For a cheesy twist, you can sprinkle shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese over the chicken mixture before adding the cranberry sauce.
  • Pastry Options: Consider using puff pastry sheets for a flakier texture if crescent dough is not available.
  • Herb Substitutions: Feel free to use rosemary or sage instead of thyme for different flavor profiles.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ring slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 660mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg