Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce, a delightful dish that wraps tender shredded chicken and creamy filling in flaky crescent dough. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, these savory pastries are quick to prepare and satisfying to enjoy. The addition of a rich, homemade creamy Parmesan sauce elevates this comfort food to a new level, making it an irresistible treat for everyone at the table. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and again!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 tube (8-count) crescent roll dough
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (optional for added crunch)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for the sauce)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and melted butter until creamy.
- Unroll crescent dough into individual triangles; flatten slightly.
- Spoon the chicken filling onto each triangle's wide end and fold over edges to seal.
- Brush with beaten egg wash and sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top if desired.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- For the sauce, melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour until golden, then gradually add milk and cream until thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese and seasonings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken pillow (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg