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Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce

Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce
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Experience the ultimate comfort food with these Chicken Pillows with Creamy Parmesan Sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish features tender chicken enveloped in flaky crescent dough and topped with a rich, creamy sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds. With just 45 minutes from start to finish, you can serve a delicious meal that’s family-friendly and versatile enough for any occasion. Whether it’s a casual dinner or an impressive addition to a gathering, these scrumptious chicken pillows are sure to delight your taste buds.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 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

  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, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and melted butter until creamy.
  3. Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles; flatten slightly.
  4. Spoon chicken mixture onto each triangle's widest part; fold edges over to seal.
  5. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle panko breadcrumbs if desired.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by melting butter in a saucepan, whisking in flour, then adding milk and cream slowly until thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese and seasonings.
  8. Serve hot drizzled with the creamy sauce.

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