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Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce

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Enjoy the comfort of Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce, a delightful family dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pillow
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken works well.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Must be softened for easy mixing.
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Chopped; chives can be substituted.
  • Salt and Pepper To taste.
Dough
  • 2 tubes Refrigerated Crescent Rolls Gluten-free options available.
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Olive oil can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Italian-Seasoned Breadcrumbs Plain breadcrumbs can be used if seasoned.
Creamy Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Use unsalted for better control.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free substitutes available.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Use homemade or low-sodium.
  • 1 cup Milk Dairy-free options can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated preferred.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking sheet.
  2. In a bowl, combine cooked shredded chicken, cream cheese, green onions, salt, and pepper.
  3. Separate the crescent roll dough into triangles and lay them out.
  4. Fill each triangle with a tablespoon of the chicken filling and roll up tightly.
  5. Dip the rolled pillows in melted butter and then coat with breadcrumbs.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour to form a roux.
  8. Gradually add chicken broth and milk, whisking until thickened.
  9. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, then set aside.
  10. Serve baked pillows warm drizzled with creamy sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or spices. Ensure cream cheese is softened for best results.

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