Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce
Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce are a delightful blend of flaky pastry and tender, cheesy chicken filling, making them an irresistible choice for any meal. These savory stuffed pastries are perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, and they’re sure to impress your guests with their rich flavors and satisfying textures. The creamy Parmesan sauce adds an elegant touch, elevating each bite into a comforting experience. Whether served as an appetizer or main dish, these chicken pillows promise to be a crowd favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 tube (8-count) crescent roll dough
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (optional for added crunch)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and melted butter until well blended.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough into triangles and flatten slightly.
- Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture on each triangle and fold to form pillows; seal edges tightly.
- Brush each pillow with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake on the prepared baking sheet for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.
- While baking, make the creamy Parmesan sauce by melting butter in a saucepan, whisking in flour before adding milk gradually. Stir in Parmesan cheese and seasonings until thickened.
- Drizzle warm sauce over baked chicken pillows before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken pillow (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg