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Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce for Cozy Nights

Cozy Up with Chicken Pillows and Creamy Parmesan Sauce

This Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce recipe is a comforting dish perfect for cozy nights and quick meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pillows
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked and Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken saves time.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it’s at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley Fresh parsley is preferable.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Use freshly ground for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter
  • 1 tube Crescent Roll Dough Keep chilled until ready.
  • 1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Optional for added crunch.
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash.
Creamy Parmesan Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Butter Base for the roux.
  • 1/4 cup All-purpose Flour Whisk thoroughly to prevent lumps.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Use authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano if possible.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt To enhance flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked and shredded chicken, room-temperature cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and melted butter. Mix well.
  3. Unroll the chilled crescent roll dough and flatten each triangle.
  4. Place a spoonful of the filling on the wide end of each triangle and fold over to encase, pinching seams tightly.
  5. Beat the egg and apply the wash over each pillow. Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs if desired.
  6. Arrange the pillows on the baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour to create a roux. Gradually add whole milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously, until the mixture thickens.
  8. Serve the baked Chicken Pillows with the creamy Parmesan sauce drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These Chicken Pillows are perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge or frozen for later enjoyment.

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