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Comforting Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce Recipe

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These Comforting Chicken Pillows are filled with a creamy chicken and cream cheese mixture, wrapped in buttery crescent roll dough, and coated with Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs. Baked to a golden perfection and served with a luscious creamy Parmesan sauce, this dish combines rich flavors and a satisfying texture that you’ll devour in every bite.

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 the baking sheet: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking sheet to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper. Mix well until thoroughly combined to create a creamy filling.
  3. Assemble the pillows: Unroll the refrigerated crescent dough and separate it into individual triangles. Place a heaping tablespoon of the chicken mixture onto the wide end of each triangle.
  4. Roll and seal: Roll the dough from the wide end toward the pointed end to form a pillow shape, making sure to seal the edges tightly to prevent filling from leaking out during baking.
  5. Bread the pillows: Dip each rolled pillow into the melted butter, then coat evenly with the Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs.
  6. Bake the pillows: Place the coated pillows on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
  7. Make the creamy Parmesan sauce: While the pillows bake, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to create a roux and cook for about 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
  8. Add liquids and thicken sauce: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk, continuing to whisk until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth.
  9. Finish the sauce: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper to taste. Cook for another minute until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
  10. Serve: Serve the warm chicken pillows topped with the creamy Parmesan sauce for a comforting and flavorful meal.

Notes

  • Ensure the edges of the crescent rolls are sealed tightly to prevent filling leakage during baking.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and smooth melting in the sauce.
  • For a crispier coating, use panko breadcrumbs instead of Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs.
  • These chicken pillows can be prepared in advance and baked right before serving.
  • Adjust seasoning in the filling and sauce to your preference for salt and pepper.

Keywords: chicken pillows, creamy chicken recipe, crescent roll chicken, creamy Parmesan sauce, baked chicken appetizer, comfort food, easy chicken recipe

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