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Chicken Pillows with Parmesan Sauce

Comforting Chicken Pillows with Parmesan Sauce You'll Love

Discover the magic of Chicken Pillows with Parmesan Sauce, a warm hug in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pillows
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 295
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Neufchâtel cheese works as a lighter substitute.
  • 1 cup Chopped Green Onions Chives can be used instead or omit.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Dough
  • 1 pkg Refrigerated Crescent Rolls Puff pastry can be substituted.
  • 4 tbsp Melted Butter Unsalted butter allows for better salt control.
  • 1 cup Italian-Seasoned Breadcrumbs Plain breadcrumbs with Italian seasoning can be used.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Butter Creates the flavorful base.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Milk Half-and-half for richer flavor can be used.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano can be used for bolder taste.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • 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 the cooked shredded chicken, cream cheese, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  3. Unroll the refrigerated crescent rolls and separate them into individual triangles.
  4. Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture at the thicker end of each triangle and roll it up, sealing the sides.
  5. Dip each pillow in melted butter and then roll in breadcrumbs to coat.
  6. Bake them on the prepared baking sheet for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour to form a roux.
  8. Gradually add chicken broth and milk, whisking until smooth and thickened.
  9. Stir in grated parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
  10. Serve warm chicken pillows drizzled with the creamy parmesan sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 295kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 14gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 570mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken to save time. Adjust seasonings to taste and consider making extra sauce for serving.

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