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Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan

Savory Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Bliss

Enjoy Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan, a delightful dish featuring flaky crescent rolls and a rich, creamy filling, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pillows
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken rotisserie chicken is a convenient option
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened for easy mixing
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions chives can be a nice substitute
Dough
  • 1 package Refrigerated Crescent Rolls puff pastry can be used as a substitution
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter enhances flavor and helps achieve a crispy coating
Topping
  • 1 cup Italian-Seasoned Breadcrumbs plain breadcrumbs with Italian seasoning work too
Sauce
  • 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour is a suitable alternative
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth homemade or store-bought will do
  • 1 cup Milk any type including non-dairy works well
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese freshly grated is the best choice
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt essential to enhance flavors
  • to taste Pepper adjust to your taste

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking sheet.
  2. Combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, green onions, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir until thoroughly mixed.
  3. Unroll the crescent rolls and separate into individual triangles.
  4. At the wide end of each triangle, place a tablespoon of the chicken mixture and spread it nearly to the edges.
  5. Starting from the wide end, roll the dough to form a pillow shape, sealing the edges firmly.
  6. Dip each pillow in melted butter and then roll in breadcrumbs to coat.
  7. Place the pillows on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  8. While baking, melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour to create a roux.
  9. Gradually add chicken broth and milk, whisking continuously until thickened.
  10. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and additional salt and pepper to taste until melted and smooth.
  11. Remove pillows from the oven, serve warm, drizzled with sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened. Watch the fill to avoid overfilling the pillows. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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