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Comforting Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce Recipe

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Comforting Chicken Pillows are soft, crescent roll-wrapped pockets filled with a creamy shredded chicken mixture, baked until golden and served with a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce. This cozy dish combines tender chicken, cream cheese, and green onions, coated with buttery breadcrumbs, making a perfect appetizer or main course for family dinners.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Pillows:

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 (8 oz) tubes refrigerated crescent rolls
  • 1/4 cup (60g) melted butter
  • 1 cup (60g) Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs

For the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:

  • 4 tablespoons (60g) butter
  • 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (480ml) chicken broth
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk
  • 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet to prevent the pillows from sticking.
  2. Mix chicken filling: In a medium bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, chopped green onions, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well until the filling is creamy and evenly blended.
  3. Prepare crescent dough: Unroll the refrigerated crescent dough and separate it into individual triangles along the pre-cut lines.
  4. Fill and roll dough: Place a heaping tablespoon of the chicken mixture on the wide end of each crescent triangle. Fold and roll the dough over the filling tightly, pinching the edges to seal completely, forming a pillow-shaped pocket.
  5. Coat pillows: Dip each filled pillow into the melted butter, then coat thoroughly with the Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs to create a crispy crust.
  6. Bake chicken pillows: Arrange the pillows spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Make creamy Parmesan sauce: While the pillows bake, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour to create a roux and cook for about 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens.
  8. Finish sauce: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Keep warm and stir occasionally until ready to serve.
  9. Serve: Serve the baked chicken pillows warm, topped generously with the creamy Parmesan sauce for a comforting and flavorful experience.

Notes

  • Use refrigerated crescent rolls for an easy and quick dough option.
  • Ensure the edges are well sealed to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
  • Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs add extra flavor but plain breadcrumbs can be used as an alternative.
  • Adjust salt and pepper according to taste, especially considering the saltiness of Parmesan cheese.
  • For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for milk and use reduced-fat cream cheese.
  • Leftover pillows can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the oven to retain crispness.

Keywords: Chicken Pillows, Crescent Roll Recipe, Creamy Chicken Appetizer, Baked Chicken Snacks, Parmesan Sauce

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