Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
– 1 cup cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
– 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Creating Decadent Chicken Pillows with Garlic Parmesan Sauce can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Roll Out the Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough on a clean surface. Separate the dough into triangles.
4. Fill the Dough: Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture onto the wider end of each triangle. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal.
5. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the filled pillows on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese.
7. Brush the Sauce: Brush the garlic Parmesan mixture over the tops of the chicken pillows.
8. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pillows are golden brown.
9. Cool Slightly: Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool for about 10 minutes.
10. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating these delicious chicken pillows effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 18g