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Easy Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan

Easy Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan for Cozy Nights

Discover the comfort of Easy Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan, a delightful dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 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 Using rotisserie chicken makes it easier.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Soften before mixing.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions Shallots can be swapped.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Dough
  • 1 pack Refrigerated Crescent Rolls Alternatively, use puff pastry.
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Olive oil can be a lighter alternative.
  • 1 cup Italian-seasoned Breadcrumbs Substitute with plain breadcrumbs if needed.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour Cornstarch can be used for gluten-free.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Consider low-sodium for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Plant-based milk can substitute.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is preferred.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking sheet.
  2. In a bowl, mix the cooked shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  3. Unroll the crescent rolls and separate the dough into individual triangles.
  4. Spoon a tablespoon of filling onto the wide end of each triangle and roll tightly, sealing edges.
  5. Dip each rolled pillow into melted butter and then coat with breadcrumbs.
  6. Place the pillows on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. In a saucepan, melt butter, then whisk in flour to create a roux. Gradually add chicken broth and milk, stirring until thickened.
  8. Remove the sauce from heat and stir in grated Parmesan until smooth.
  9. Allow the pillows to cool slightly, then serve drizzled with the creamy sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, soften cream cheese before mixing and seal edges well to prevent leaks.

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