Description
Irresistible Chicken Pillows are delicious golden crescent rolls filled with a creamy chicken mixture, baked to perfection, and served with a rich, velvety cream sauce. This easy-to-make recipe combines shredded chicken, cream cheese, flavorful herbs, and spices wrapped in flaky crescent dough for a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese
- 1/4 cup Chopped Chives
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
Dough
- 1 package Crescent Roll Dough
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Chicken Broth
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
Finishing
- 1 tablespoon Cooking Spray or Melted Butter
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking the chicken pillows evenly.
- Mix the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, cream cheese, chopped chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are well incorporated to create a creamy, flavorful filling.
- Unroll the Crescent Roll Dough: Lightly grease a surface or use parchment paper then unroll the crescent roll dough carefully, spreading it out without tearing.
- Fill the Dough: Place a spoonful of the chicken filling at the wide end of each triangular dough piece. Roll each triangle up towards the point to form crescent-shaped pillows, ensuring the filling is sealed inside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the all-purpose flour to create a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream and chicken broth, then add ground nutmeg. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens smoothly.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the filled crescent rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased. Brush the tops with melted butter or cooking spray to help them brown nicely. Optionally, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for an extra savory touch.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the pillows are golden brown, puffed, and cooked through.
- Serve with Sauce: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Drizzle the creamy prepared sauce over the warm chicken pillows and serve immediately for a rich and comforting meal.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easier mixing with the chicken filling.
- You can substitute chives with green onions or parsley according to taste.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the filling.
- Make sure the crescent dough seams are sealed tightly to avoid filling leakage during baking.
- The sauce can be made ahead and gently reheated before serving.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels if preferred.
