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Chicken Pillows Recipe

Delicious Chicken Pillows Recipe for Cozy Family Dinners

This Chicken Pillows recipe is a delightful twist on comfort food, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 pillows
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken You can substitute leftover rotisserie chicken for extra flavor.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Greek yogurt serves as a lighter alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Chives If unavailable, green onions work just as well.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to personal preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Feel free to adjust to taste.
For the Pastry
  • 1 package Crescent Roll Dough Forms the outer pastry layer.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is best for optimal taste.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can be used for a lighter texture.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Deepens the flavor of the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness to the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Thickens the sauce.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Enhances cheesiness and warmth.
For Finishing Touches
  • as needed Cooking Spray or Melted Butter Used for brushing the pastry.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked shredded chicken, cream cheese, chopped chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
  3. On a clean surface, separate the crescent roll dough into triangles.
  4. Place about 2 tablespoons of filling at the wide end of each triangle and fold the narrow end over the filling, pressing to seal.
  5. Arrange the filled Chicken Pillows on the baking sheet and brush tops with butter or cooking spray.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.
  7. While baking, make the sauce by melting butter in a saucepan, whisking in flour, and adding chicken broth and heavy cream until thickened.
  8. Stir in grated Parmesan and nutmeg, cooking until melted and smooth.
  9. Serve Chicken Pillows drizzled with sauce or on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

These Chicken Pillows are perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions.

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