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Chicken Pillows

Irresistible Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Delight

Delight in these Chicken Pillows, tender shredded chicken wrapped in flaky dough and topped with a creamy parmesan sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pillows
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Use leftover rotisserie chicken for enhanced flavor
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Chives Green onions can be used in place
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Tailor to preference
For the Dough
  • 1 package Crescent Roll Dough
For the Creamy Parmesan Sauce
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for best flavor
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can be used for a lighter sauce
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Used to thicken the sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon Cooking Spray or Melted Butter For brushing over the dough

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked shredded chicken, cream cheese, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Open the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles on a clean surface.
  4. Place about 2 tablespoons of the filling on the wide end of each triangle, fold over, and pinch the edges to seal.
  5. Arrange the filled pillows seam-side down on the baking sheet and brush with melted butter or cooking spray.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown, keeping an eye on them as they bake.
  7. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and whisk in flour to create a roux, then gradually add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring until thickened.
  8. Reduce heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  9. Serve the Chicken Pillows warm, drizzled with or on the side of creamy sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the filling is smooth for the best texture. Prep filling and sauce ahead for easy assembly.

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