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Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce

Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce
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Indulge in the delightful comfort of Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce—a dish that promises to warm your heart and fill your home with enticing aromas. These fluffy crescent dough pillows are generously filled with a creamy chicken mixture and topped with a rich Parmesan sauce, making them perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Not only are they easy to prepare, but they also allow you to customize the filling to suit your taste. With just 45 minutes from prep to plate, this recipe is sure to become a beloved favorite in your household.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tube (8-count) crescent roll dough
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (optional)
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and melted butter until smooth.
  3. Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles; flatten slightly.
  4. Spoon filling onto the wide end of each triangle and fold over edges to seal.
  5. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle panko breadcrumbs if desired.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. For the sauce, melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, then add milk and heavy cream gradually while stirring until thickened.
  8. Mix in Parmesan cheese and seasonings; simmer until smooth.
  9. Drizzle sauce over warm Chicken Pillows before serving.

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