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Chicken Pillows

Savory Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Bliss

Delicious Chicken Pillows filled with tender chicken and cream cheese, enveloped in flaky crescent rolls, drizzled with creamy Parmesan sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 pillows
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it’s softened for easy mixing.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions Can substitute with finely diced shallots.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Dough
  • 2 packages Refrigerated Crescent Rolls Use gluten-free dough if needed.
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 1 cup Italian-Seasoned Breadcrumbs Panko can also be used for extra crunch.
For the Creamy Parmesan Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Butter Alternatively, use margarine.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Can swap with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Opt for low-sodium broth to control saltiness.
  • 1 cup Milk Substitute with heavy cream for a richer texture.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Fresh-grated is preferred for optimal taste.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking sheet.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper.
  3. Unroll the refrigerated crescent rolls and separate them into triangles.
  4. Place a generous tablespoon of the chicken filling at the wide end of each triangle.
  5. Fold the dough over the filling, tucking the ends in as you roll it into a pillow shape.
  6. Dip each pillow into melted butter, and roll in breadcrumbs.
  7. Place the coated pillows on the greased baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
  8. In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour to create a roux, cook for 1 minute.
  9. Gradually add chicken broth and milk to the roux, whisk until smooth, simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  10. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until cheese melts.
  11. Remove baked pillows from the oven, drizzle with creamy Parmesan sauce, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let the baked pillows sit for a few minutes post-baking for easier handling. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for mixing.

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