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Chicken Pillows with Garlic Parmesan Sauce

Chicken Pillows with Garlic Parmesan Sauce in Just 19 Minutes

Chicken Pillows with Garlic Parmesan Sauce are flaky, warm, and comforting, elevating simple ingredients into a gourmet dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pillows
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Neufchâtel cheese is a great lighter alternative.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Substitute with provolone for a different taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Swap with fresh garlic, adjusting to preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian Herbs Try an Italian seasoning blend as a substitute.
  • 1 can Refrigerated Crescent Roll Dough Puff pastry can work as an alternative.
Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano can be substituted.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Replace with olive oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Use garlic powder if fresh isn't available.
Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Can be omitted if unavailable.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • fork
  • Spatula
  • small bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, mozzarella, garlic powder, dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
  3. Unroll the refrigerated crescent roll dough and separate it into triangular pieces.
  4. Take a spoonful of the chicken filling and place it at the wide end of each triangle. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal.
  5. Arrange the filled chicken pillows on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. In a small bowl, melt the unsalted butter, then stir in the minced garlic and grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider chilling the filling slightly before assembling for deeper flavors and easier handling.

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