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Comforting Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce Recipe

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These Comforting Chicken Pillows are golden, crispy crescent rolls filled with a creamy mixture of shredded chicken, cream cheese, and green onions, baked to perfection and served with a luscious creamy Parmesan sauce. Perfect as a cozy appetizer or a hearty snack that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Pillows:

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 (8 oz) tubes refrigerated crescent rolls
  • 1/4 cup (60g) melted butter
  • 1 cup (60g) Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs

For the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:

  • 4 tablespoons (60g) butter
  • 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (480ml) chicken broth
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk
  • 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking sheet to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, chopped green onions, and season with salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
  3. Roll Crescent Dough: Unroll the refrigerated crescent dough and separate it into individual triangles as per package instructions.
  4. Fill and Shape Pillows: Place a heaping tablespoon of the chicken filling at the wide end of each crescent triangle. Carefully fold and roll the dough towards the tip, sealing the edges tightly to form a pillow shape.
  5. Coat Pillows: Dip each pillow into the melted butter, then thoroughly coat with the Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs to achieve a crispy crust.
  6. Bake: Arrange the coated pillows on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly, and bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Make Parmesan Sauce: While the pillows bake, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to form a roux and cook for about 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk, then simmer the sauce until it thickens.
  8. Finish Sauce: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Continue stirring until the sauce is creamy and smooth.
  9. Serve: Serve the warm chicken pillows topped generously with the creamy Parmesan sauce for a rich and comforting bite.

Notes

  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easier mixing with the chicken.
  • Seal the crescent edges tightly to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
  • You can substitute Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs with plain breadcrumbs and additional Italian herbs if desired.
  • For a spicy twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the filling.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven to retain crispiness.

Keywords: chicken pillows, crescent roll appetizer, creamy Parmesan sauce, baked chicken bites, party appetizers, easy chicken snacks

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