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Chicken Pillows

Savory Chicken Pillows: Flaky Comfort Food Delight

Savor the taste of Chicken Pillows, a comforting dish featuring flaky dough and creamy chicken filling.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pillows
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 10 ounces cooked, shredded chicken breast Can substitute with rotisserie chicken.
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened Use low-fat for a lighter option.
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter, softened Unsalted butter can be used.
  • ½ tablespoon dried chives Fresh chives can be used.
  • ½ tablespoon dried minced onion Fresh onion can be used but may need cooking time adjustment.
  • Salt and pepper To taste.
Dough
  • 1 can (8 ounces) Pillsbury crescent roll dough Use gluten-free for a gluten-free version.
  • ¼ cup salted butter, melted For brushing before baking.
  • ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs Panko can be used for extra crunch.
Gravy
  • 1 can (10 ounces) cream of chicken soup Can substitute with a homemade sauce.
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) chicken gravy mix Replace with homemade broth if desired.
  • ¾ cup water

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • Fork
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking sheet.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, 1 tablespoon of butter, shredded chicken, chives, minced onion, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough, separate triangles, and press them together at the wide ends to form rectangles.
  4. Spoon the chicken mixture into each rectangle and seal to form a ball shape.
  5. Melt the remaining butter and dip each pillow before coating with breadcrumbs.
  6. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Prepare the gravy by blending cream of chicken soup, gravy mix, and water in a saucepan over medium heat.
  8. Serve with gravy poured over the pillows.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure seams of crescent rolls are well sealed. Use fresh onion if desired, sautéed first for milder flavor. Add grated Parmesan for richness if desired.

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