Comforting Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce Recipe
Comforting Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce are golden-baked crescent rolls filled with a savory mixture of shredded chicken, cream cheese, and green onions. Each pillow is dipped in melted butter, coated in Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs, and baked to perfection. Served warm with a luscious homemade creamy Parmesan sauce, this dish makes for a delightful appetizer or comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 chicken pillows 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Filling: In a bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape Pillows: Unroll the refrigerated crescent dough and separate it into individual triangles. Place a heaping tablespoon of the chicken filling on the wide end of each triangle. Fold and roll the dough into a pillow shape, ensuring the edges are sealed tightly to prevent filling from leaking.
- Coat Pillows: Dip each rolled pillow into the melted butter, then coat thoroughly with the Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs for a crispy exterior.
- Bake Pillows: Arrange the coated pillows on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make Parmesan Sauce: While the pillows bake, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour to create a roux and cook for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk, bringing the mixture to a simmer until it thickens.
- Finish Sauce: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper, continuing to cook until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Remove the chicken pillows from the oven and serve them warm, generously topped with the creamy Parmesan sauce.
Notes
- Make sure the crescent roll dough seams are sealed tightly to avoid leakage during baking.
- You can prepare the chicken filling a day ahead and refrigerate it for convenience.
- For a crispier finish, lightly toast the pillows under the broiler for 1-2 minutes after baking, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Substitute milk with half-and-half or cream for a richer sauce.
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese for best flavor in the sauce.
Keywords: Chicken pillows, creamy Parmesan sauce, crescent roll recipe, baked chicken appetizer, savory stuffed rolls
