These tasty little appetizers are easy to assemble and so worth the effort. Your party guests will thank you! Submitted by Amy Terzino of Earlysville, VA

Chicken, Apple and Cheese Bundles

4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, chopped in bite-size chunks
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 large Golden Delicious apples, peeled and diced
1 1/2 cups grated smoked Gouda cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
3 large rolls refrigerated commercial crescent roll dough

1. In large frypan, place olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until tender, about 2 minutes.
2. Add chicken and stir-fry about 5 minutes or until fork can be inserted with ease.
3. Remove chicken and onion to large bowl; stir in apples, cheese, salt, pepper and walnuts.
4. On 1 crescent roll section, place 1 tablespoon of the chicken-apple mixture. Fold corners across filling and pinch sides to seal. Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
5. Arrange bundles on baking sheet sprayed with nonstick cooking spray and place in 350°F (175°C) oven for about 15 minutes or until brown and bubbly.

Makes 24 appetizer servings.

Recipe provided courtesy of the National Chicken Council. Used with permission.