Description
Chicken Pillows are delicious bite-sized pastries filled with a creamy chicken and cheese mixture. These comforting snacks are perfect for warming your heart on any occasion, combining tender shredded chicken, creamy cream cheese, and sharp cheddar inside golden, buttery crescent roll dough, baked to perfection with a crispy Parmesan topping.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Dough and Topping
- 1 package crescent roll dough
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the chicken pillows.
- Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated into a creamy filling.
- Unroll Dough: Carefully unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into individual triangles along the perforated lines.
- Fill Dough Triangles: Place a spoonful of the chicken cheese mixture onto the wider end of each crescent triangle, ensuring not to overfill for easier sealing.
- Seal Pillows: Fold the dough over the filling to create little pockets and pinch the edges firmly to seal and prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the filled pillows on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased to prevent sticking.
- Add Topping: Brush the tops of each pillow generously with the melted butter, then sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over them for a savory crust.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the pillows are golden brown and cooked through. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can add herbs like parsley or chives to the filling for extra flavor.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and texture.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing to ensure a smooth filling.
- If you prefer, substitute cheddar with mozzarella for a milder taste.
- Serve warm for the best taste and texture.
