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Chicken Parmesan Cupcakes

Chicken Parmesan Cupcakes

The ultimate comfort food in a fun format! These Chicken Parmesan Cupcakes combine crispy crescent rolls, juicy chicken, and gooey cheese for an easy weeknight dinner that everyone will love. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 1 8-oz can refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
  • ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 12 pieces frozen popcorn chicken
  • cups spaghetti sauce
  • ¾ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Muffin Pan
  • Tart Tamper
  • Rotary Cheese Grater

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375ºF. This is crucial for achieving that perfect golden brown crust. Make sure your oven is fully preheated before baking.
  2. Spray 12 regular-size muffin cups with cooking spray. This ensures your cupcakes come out easily and don’t stick to the pan.
  3. Remove the dough from the can of crescent rolls. Carefully press the seams to seal them together, then roll it out into an 8×18 inch rectangle. This forms the base of your cupcakes. Aim for an even thickness for consistent baking.
  4. Cut the dough into 12 squares, roughly the size of your muffin cups. Press each square into the muffin pan cups, shaping them to fit snugly. The dough acts as a delicious cup for all the goodies.
  5. Place 1 tablespoon of mozzarella cheese in the bottom of each muffin cup. This creates a cheesy layer that melts beautifully during baking.
  6. Take the frozen popcorn chicken and place one piece on top of the cheese in each muffin cup. Ensure you distribute them evenly for a well-balanced flavor.
  7. Top each piece of chicken with 2 tablespoons of spaghetti sauce. This adds moisture and flavor, making every bite delicious.
  8. Finally, sprinkle a generous amount of shredded Parmesan cheese on top of each cupcake. This will create a lovely crust as it bakes, adding both flavor and texture.
  9. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the cupcakes are golden brown. Keep an eye on them towards the end to ensure they don’t overcook. The aroma will fill your kitchen!

Notes

  • Tip 1: I used Tyson frozen popcorn chicken for this recipe. I tried to use the bigger pieces in the bag for each cupcake. If I had a small piece, I used two pieces. I wanted to make sure there was lots of chicken in each cup.
  • Tip 2: There is no need to precook or thaw the frozen chicken before baking. It will cook along with the crescent rolls.
  • Tip 3: Can substitute a can of refrigerated pizza dough for the crescent rolls.
  • Tip 4: My favorite jarred spaghetti sauces are Trader Joe’s Roasted Garlic Marinara (green label), Rao’s, and La Famiglia DelGrosso.
  • Tip 5: You can use shredded or grated parmesan cheese. The green can stuff is perfectly fine.
  • Tip 6: Can freeze leftover cupcakes for a quick snack later.