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Creamy Chicken Pillows

Creamy Chicken Pillows: A Cozy Comfort Food Delight

Delight in these Creamy Chicken Pillows, combining tender chicken and cheesy filling, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pillows
Course: Baking
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Use leftover rotisserie chicken for added taste.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Chives Green onions can be used if chives are unavailable.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Dough
  • 1 can Crescent Roll Dough Ensures a flaky texture.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is best.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can be used for a lighter texture.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 2 tbsp Butter Also for brushing the dough.
  • 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour Used for thickening the sauce.
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg
For Brushing
  • as needed Cooking Spray or Melted Butter Helps achieve that golden-brown finish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, cream cheese, chopped chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well-blended.
  3. Open your crescent roll dough and carefully separate it into triangles, ensuring they remain intact for easy filling.
  4. Take about 2 tablespoons of the creamy chicken filling and place it at the wide end of each triangle. Fold the dough over to encase the filling and seal the edges securely.
  5. Position the filled chicken pillows on your prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter or cooking spray.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and puffed up.
  7. While your chicken pillows bake, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in all-purpose flour to create a roux, then gradually add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring until thickened.
  8. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and ground nutmeg into the thickened sauce until smooth.
  9. Drizzle the creamy Parmesan sauce over the cooked chicken pillows or serve on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 15gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh chives for added color and flavor. Exact quantities are listed in the recipe card for accuracy.

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