Description
Deliciously comforting chicken pillows filled with creamy chicken and green onions, baked to golden perfection, and served with a rich and creamy Parmesan sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 (8 oz) tubes refrigerated crescent rolls
- ¼ cup (60g) melted butter
- 1 cup (60g) Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 4 tablespoons (60g) butter
- ¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour
- 2 cups (480ml) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240ml) milk
- ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, green onions, salt, and pepper.
- Unroll crescent rolls and fill each triangle with the chicken mixture, then roll up to form pillows.
- Brush melted butter over the pillows and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour to form a roux.
- Gradually add chicken broth and milk, whisking continuously until smooth and thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve chicken pillows warm with creamy Parmesan sauce drizzled over the top.
Notes
- Can prepare pillows ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Add a pinch of garlic powder or paprika to the filling for extra flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dinner / Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American