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Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce for Cozy Nights

Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce for Cozy Nights

Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce are the perfect comfort food, quick to prepare for busy weeknights and delightful for cozy gatherings.
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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
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked and Shredded Chicken Substitute with rotisserie or leftover chicken for convenience.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Best at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tbsp Dried Parsley Can be substituted with fresh parsley.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to personal taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Using freshly ground is recommended.
  • 4 tbsp Melted Butter
  • 2 cans Crescent Roll Dough Supplies a flaky, buttery crust.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Optional for an added crunchy topping.
  • 1 large Egg Used for brushing over pillows.
For the Creamy Parmesan Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Butter Serves as the base for the roux.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Thickens the sauce beautifully.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Feel free to use a milk alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano offers the best taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt To taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Feel free to adjust according to preference.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Pastry brush
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine shredded chicken, room temperature cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and melted butter in a mixing bowl. Mix until creamy.
  3. Unroll crescent roll dough onto a clean surface and flatten each triangle slightly.
  4. Spoon chicken filling onto each dough triangle, fold over, and press edges together to seal.
  5. Beat the egg and brush the tops of the pillows. Optionally sprinkle with panko breadcrumbs.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  7. Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour to create a roux, then add milk and heavy cream, stirring until thick. Mix in Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  8. Serve warm Chicken Pillows drizzled with Creamy Parmesan Sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling. Handle dough carefully to avoid sticking.

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