Chicken Pillows
Delightful chicken and cheese-filled pillows wrapped in buttery crescent dough, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1 pound cooked and shredded chicken breast Can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened Provides a creamy texture.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adds flavor.
- 1 teaspoon onion powder Adds flavor.
- to taste Salt and pepper
For the Dough and Sauce
- 1 can crescent roll dough
- 1 cup heavy cream For the creamy sauce.
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese For adding to the sauce.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
Assembly
- Take a spoonful of the chicken mixture and place it on the wide end of each triangle.
- Starting at the wide end, roll the dough around the filling, pinching the edges to seal.
- Place the rolled chicken pillows on a greased baking sheet, leaving space between each.
Make the Sauce and Bake
- In a small saucepan, combine heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese over medium heat, stirring until smooth.
- Drizzle the sauce over the arranged chicken pillows.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Serving
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
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Notes
Allow leftovers to cool before storing in an airtight container. Can refrigerate for 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven.