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Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce for Cozy Nights

Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce for Cozy Nights

Delightful Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce, perfect for cozy nights and busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 pillows
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked and Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie or leftovers
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley Can substitute fresh herbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter
For the Dough
  • 1 package Crescent Roll Dough Keep chilled
  • 1 large Egg Beaten for egg wash
  • 1/4 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Optional
For the Creamy Parmesan Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Butter For roux
  • 1/4 cup All-purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano
  • 1/2 teaspoon Additional Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Additional Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Additional Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • fork
  • 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 chicken, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and melted butter in a mixing bowl.
  3. Unroll and flatten the crescent roll dough triangles.
  4. Spoon the chicken filling onto the wide end of each triangle and seal them tightly.
  5. Brush the tops with beaten egg, and optionally sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed up and golden brown.
  7. Make the sauce by melting butter, whisking in flour, then adding milk and cream until thick. Stir in Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  8. Serve Chicken Pillows with the creamy sauce drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling; keep dough chilled until ready to use to maintain flaky texture.

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