Best 7 Crescent Beef Turkey Or Chicken Casserole Recipes

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Crescent beef turkey or chicken casserole is a delightful casserole dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a simple dish to prepare, and it is a great way to use up leftover meat. The combination of the flaky crescent rolls, tender meat, and flavorful sauce makes this dish a hit with people of all ages. While there are many different variations of this dish, the basic ingredients are the same: crescent rolls, meat, and sauce.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESY BEEF CRESCENT CASSEROLE



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This is one of those old-timey recipes that's been handed down and adapted from my grandma, to my mom, to me. It's a simple hamburger-type casserole dish that's easy and satisfying.

Provided by RainbowJewels

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound extra-lean ground beef
1 (15 ounce) can cut green beans, drained
⅓ cup diced white onion
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
½ pinch garlic salt
1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent rolls
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Add green beans, onion, and bell pepper. Cook until onion is tender, about 5 minutes; drain well and return to the skillet. Pour in tomato sauce and garlic powder and mix until well combined. Set aside.
  • Press the crescent roll dough into the bottom and sides of an 8-inch pie plate to form an even crust.
  • Combine Monterey Jack cheese and egg in a bowl. Spread 1/2 of the cheese mixture into the bottom of the crust. Top with all of the beef mixture. Finish with remaining cheese mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until egg is set and cheese is melted, 20 to 25 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 87.2 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 666.1 mg, Sugar 4 g

LEFTOVER TURKEY OR CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Leftover Turkey or Chicken Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pink cook

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups cooked turkey, cut into small pieces (or use chicken)
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup, 97% reduced fat
3/4 cup mayonnaise, reduced fat
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 (4 ounce) jar red pimientos, diced
potato chips, crushed for topping
1 teaspoon grounded paprika

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together and place them in a casserole dish.
  • Cover with crushed potato chips and sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake uncovered at 350ºF. for about 30 minutes or until heated through and chips are lighty brown.
  • Serve with noodles and a salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433.8, Fat 24.4, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 97.2, Sodium 1360.3, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 4.9, Protein 33.6

CRESCENT BEEF CASSEROLE



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This flavorful meal-in-one dish is all you need to serve a satisfying and quick weeknight dinner. It's on the table in just 30 minutes. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup diced zucchini
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup tomato puree
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups mashed potatoes
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls
1 large egg, beaten, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain and set aside. In the same skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini, onion and green pepper; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 4-5 minutes. Stir in beef, tomato puree, oregano, salt and pepper; heat through., Spread mashed potatoes in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with beef mixture; sprinkle with feta cheese. , Unroll crescent dough. Separate into 4 rectangles; arrange 3 rectangles over the casserole. If desired, brush with egg wash. Bake until top is browned, 12-15 minutes. Roll remaining dough into 2 crescent rolls; bake for another use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 calories, Fat 22g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 981mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

CHICKEN CRESCENT CASSEROLE



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This is a yummy recipe that any cheese or casserole lover will adore! It's super easy to make, as most casseroles are. It's also a fun recipe to play around with; you could add vegetables (broccoli might be nice) or bacon. Just have fun with it!

Provided by HotintheKitchen25

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 (8 ounce) packages crescent roll dough, unrolled and divided into triangles
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium heat; pan-fry chicken until no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes per side. Shred chicken.
  • Spread chicken over crescent roll triangles. Roll triangles, starting with the wider end, around chicken. Arrange rolls on prepared baking dish with the seam sides down. Place rolls into prepared baking dish.
  • Mix cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, milk, and Cheddar cheese in a bowl; pour mixture over crescent rolls.
  • Bake in preheated oven until bubbly and rolls are golden brown, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 811.8 calories, Carbohydrate 57.8 g, Cholesterol 89.1 mg, Fat 45.5 g, Protein 37.8 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 2113.9 mg, Sugar 12.5 g

CRESCENT TURKEY CASSEROLE



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How do you make a dinner of turkey and vegetables really appealing to kids? You turn it into a pie, of course! My version tastes classic, but won't take much time at all. -Daniela Essman, Perham, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup 2% milk
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (about 10 ounces), thawed
1-1/2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast
1 tube (4 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a saucepan, mix first 4 ingredients until smooth; gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add vegetables and turkey; cook and stir until heated through. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking pan. , Unroll crescent dough and separate into 8 triangles; arrange over turkey mixture. Bake until casserole is heated through and topping is golden brown, 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 28g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 671mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CRESCENT BEEF, TURKEY OR CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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I got this recipe out of a taste of home cook book and the whole family fell in love with it. I have used ground beef the most when preparing this recipe, but I have also used canned chicken and turkey meat on other occasions as well. This recipe is fast and easy and tastes so good.

Provided by bonjovi4ever

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup milk
8 ounces canned chicken, drained or 1 1/2 cooked turkey breast, cubed
10 ounces frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 (4 ounce) package refrigerated crescent dinner rolls

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan combine the mayo, flour, bouillon and pepper.
  • Gradually add milk, stir until smooth.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat, cook and stir for 2 mins longer or until thickened.
  • Add the meat your are using and veggis, cook 3-4 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.
  • Spoon into a greased 8-in square baking dish.
  • Unroll crescent dough and seperate into 2 rectangles.
  • Seal seams and perforations.
  • Place over meat mixtures.
  • Bake at 375 for 15-20 mins or until golden brown.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 586, Fat 31.1, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 130.3, Sodium 616.4, Carbohydrate 37.4, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 3.2, Protein 39

CHICKEN CRESCENT CASSEROLE



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Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup milk
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (softened)
2 Tablespoons butter (melted)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 cup onion (finely chopped)
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cooked and cubed)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 (8 ounce) package Pillsbury crescent roll dough
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Spray a 9 x 9 casserole dish with non stick cooking spray
  • In a saucepan mix cream of chicken soup, cheese, and milk.
  • Heat just until the cheese melts, and then set aside.
  • For the filling, mix in a bowl the soft cream cheese with butter until very smooth, then add in garlic powder.
  • Add in the onion, cooked chicken, and mix well until combined.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon out a little bit of the soup mixture into the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Unroll the crescent rolls.
  • Place 1 heaping Tablespoon chicken mixture (or a little more) on top of each crescent triangle and the big end, then roll up starting at the big end.
  • Then place the crescent rolls seam-side down in the baking dish.
  • Spoon the remaining sauce on top and sprinkle with 2 cups of grated cheese.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 1561 kcal, Fat 123 g, SaturatedFat 69 g, Cholesterol 368 mg, Sodium 3320 mg, Carbohydrate 18 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 93 mg

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use a combination of ground beef, turkey, and chicken.
  • Add your favorite vegetables to the casserole, such as chopped carrots, celery, or onions.
  • For a cheesy casserole, top with shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese before baking.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
  • Leftover casserole can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

This crescent beef, turkey, or chicken casserole is a delicious and easy meal that can be made with simple ingredients. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. With its combination of ground meat, vegetables, and crescent dough, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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