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Creamy Parmesan Sauce

Creamy Parmesan Sauce: Elevate Your Comfort Food Game

This Creamy Parmesan Sauce elevates comfort food, perfect for drizzling over Chicken Pillows or your favorite dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Acts as the base for your roux.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Thickens the sauce.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 cup Milk Contributes to the creaminess.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese The star of the show!
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking sheet.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper.
  3. Unroll and separate the refrigerated crescent rolls into triangles.
  4. At the wide end of each triangle, place a generous heaping tablespoon of the chicken mixture.
  5. Carefully fold and roll each triangle, tucking in the filling as you go.
  6. Dip each pillow in melted butter and roll in Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs.
  7. Arrange the Chicken Pillows on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  8. Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat to start the sauce.
  9. Whisk in all-purpose flour to form a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  10. Gradually add chicken broth and milk, whisking to prevent lumps and allow to thicken.
  11. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese along with salt and pepper.
  12. Remove Chicken Pillows from the oven, drizzle with creamy sauce, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sauce cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better blending. Adjust seasoning as needed and make ahead for convenience.

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