Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce
If you’re on the lookout for a comforting and delicious meal that will warm the hearts of your family, these Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce are just the ticket! These golden, flaky pastries are filled with tender chicken and smothered in a rich, creamy sauce that’s simply irresistible. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also allows for easy customization based on your preferences. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a delightful dish that everyone will rave about!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dinner
- 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)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, pepper, and melted butter until well combined.
- Unroll crescent roll dough and separate into triangles; flatten each slightly.
- Spoon chicken mixture onto wide end of each triangle; fold over edges and pinch to seal.
- Brush tops with beaten egg; sprinkle with panko breadcrumbs if desired.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- For the sauce, melt butter in a saucepan; whisk in flour and gradually add milk and cream. Stir in Parmesan cheese until thickened.
- Serve warm drizzled with creamy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken pillow (90g)
- Calories: 314
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 52mg