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Easy Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan

Deliciously Easy Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Bliss

Easy Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan are a delightful and customizable dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pillows
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Using rotisserie chicken saves time.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Make sure it's softened for easy mixing.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions Shallots work well for a sharper taste.
  • to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for enhancing flavors.
For the Dough
  • 2 cans Refrigerated Crescent Rolls Create that flaky texture.
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Olive oil is a lighter alternative.
  • 1 cup Italian-seasoned Breadcrumbs Plain breadcrumbs with Italian herbs are fine substitutes.
For the Creamy Parmesan Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Butter Unsalted is preferred for controlled seasoning.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Cornstarch can be used for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium versions work beautifully.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Feel free to use plant-based milk as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated parmesan is best.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
  3. Unroll the refrigerated crescent roll dough and separate into individual triangles.
  4. Place a generous tablespoon of chicken filling at the wide end of each triangle, then roll the dough tightly around the filling.
  5. Dip each rolled pillow into melted butter and then roll in Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs.
  6. Place filled pillows on the greased baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, whisk in flour, then gradually add chicken broth and milk, simmering until thickened.
  8. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth, then drizzle over baked Chicken Pillows and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These Easy Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan will surely delight your family's taste buds while making mealtime a breeze.

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