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Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan

Savory Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Bliss

Delicious Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan are a comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 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 rotisserie chicken for a shortcut.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure softened for easier mixing.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions Chives work as a great alternative.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Dough
  • 2 tubes Refrigerated Crescent Rolls
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter 60g for coating.
  • 1 cup Italian-Seasoned Breadcrumbs Adds texture and flavor.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Butter 60g for sauce base.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour To thicken the sauce.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Opt for low-sodium broth.
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Substitute with Pecorino Romano for a sharper flavor.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking sheet.
  2. In a bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cream cheese, green onions, salt, and pepper.
  3. Unroll the refrigerated crescent rolls and separate the dough into triangles.
  4. Place a tablespoon of the chicken mixture at the wider end of each dough triangle.
  5. Roll each triangle from the wide end toward the pointed end and pinch edges to seal.
  6. Dip each pillow in melted butter, then roll in breadcrumbs.
  7. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Melt butter in a saucepan and whisk in flour to create a roux.
  9. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk, simmer until thickened.
  10. Stir in Parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning, if necessary.
  11. Serve by drizzling the creamy sauce over the baked Chicken Pillows.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh grated Parmesan and allow the baked pillows to rest before serving.

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