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Why You’ll Love This Buffalo Chicken Crescent Ring
This recipe is like a warm hug for your taste buds. It has all the bold flavors of buffalo chicken wings—spicy hot sauce, creamy cheese, tender shredded chicken—but with the fun and easy twist of a crescent roll ring.
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Perfect for parties: A true showstopper that looks impressive but is surprisingly easy.
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Family-friendly twist: You can adjust the spice level to keep it mild or extra hot.
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Customizable: Add more toppings or switch up the cheese for your own spin.
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Portable & shareable: Slice into wedges, and everyone gets a little bit of everything.
Anything but boring!!
What Does Buffalo Chicken Crescent Ring Taste Like?
Imagine the irresistible tang of buffalo chicken dip, but baked into flaky crescent rolls that puff up golden and buttery. Each slice is gooey with melted cheddar and cream cheese, spicy from the hot sauce, and hearty thanks to shredded chicken. It’s indulgent, satisfying, and guaranteed to disappear fast.
Benefits of Making This Recipe
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Quick prep with store-bought crescent dough
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A crowd-pleasing centerpiece for game days, potlucks, or holiday gatherings
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Easily made ahead and reheated without losing flavor
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Budget-friendly ingredients that stretch to feed a crowd
Ingredients for Buffalo Chicken Crescent Ring
Here’s what you’ll need to make your cheesy, spicy crescent ring:
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2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
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2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great!)
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup buffalo hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing (for serving)
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2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Tools You’ll Need
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A large baking sheet or pizza pan
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Parchment paper (for easy cleanup)
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A mixing bowl
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Spoon or spatula
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Knife or pizza cutter for serving
Ingredient Additions & Substitutions
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Spice level: Use mild buffalo sauce if serving kids or spice-lovers can try extra hot.
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Cheese swap: Pepper Jack adds a kick, while Monterey Jack gives extra creaminess.
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Protein switch: Try shredded turkey or even cooked ground beef.
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Vegetable boost: Add finely diced bell peppers, jalapeños, or spinach into the mix.
How to Make Buffalo Chicken Crescent Ring
Step 1: Prep the Dough
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line your baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange crescent roll triangles in a circular pattern, overlapping slightly, with the wide ends forming a ring in the center (like a sunburst).
Step 2: Mix the Filling
In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, hot sauce, cheddar, and mozzarella. Stir until creamy and evenly coated.
Step 3: Add the Filling
Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture evenly around the wide ends of the crescent rolls.
Step 4: Fold & Seal
Fold the pointed ends of the crescent dough over the filling and tuck underneath to create a sealed ring. Don’t worry if some filling peeks through—it’ll bake beautifully.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
Step 6: Garnish & Serve
Let cool slightly before slicing into wedges. Garnish with green onions and serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
What to Serve with Buffalo Chicken Crescent Ring
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Crisp celery and carrot sticks (classic wing sides!)
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A fresh green salad for balance
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Potato wedges or fries for extra indulgence
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Beer or sparkling water to cool the spice
Tips for Success
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Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
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Don’t overfill the ring—keep the filling in an even layer.
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Bake on parchment to avoid sticking.
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Add an egg wash on top before baking for extra shine.
Storage Instructions
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Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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Freezer: Wrap slices individually in foil and freeze up to 1 month. Reheat in the oven until warm and crisp.
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Reheating: Best reheated at 350°F for 10 minutes so the dough stays crisp.
General Information
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Prep time: 15 minutes
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Cook time: 25 minutes
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Total time: 40 minutes
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Servings: 8–10 wedges
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble the crescent ring, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for up to 8 hours. Bake just before serving.
Can I use canned chicken?
You can, but fresh or rotisserie chicken gives the best flavor and texture.
What dipping sauces go well with this?
Ranch, blue cheese, or even a drizzle of extra buffalo sauce are all delicious.
Can I make it vegetarian?
Absolutely! Substitute the chicken with sautéed mushrooms or jackfruit for a tasty meat-free version.
Conclusion
This Buffalo Chicken Crescent Ring is everything you want in a party dish—cheesy, spicy, shareable, and oh-so comforting. It’s proof that with just a few simple ingredients, you can create something that looks impressive and tastes incredible.
If you’re as crazy about crescent roll recipes as I am, you’ll also love trying out peach cobbler crescents or chicken bacon ranch crescent braid for another fun twist!
I’d love to hear what you think—please leave a review below if you make this recipe. And don’t forget to share your beautiful Buffalo Chicken Crescent Ring photos on Pinterest—I promised you versatile, and here’s proof!
Nutritional Information (per serving, approx.)
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Calories: 310
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Protein: 13g
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Fat: 19g
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Carbohydrates: 22g
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Fiber: 1g
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Sugar: 3g