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Chicken Pillows

Amazing Chicken Pillows: Creamy Comfort in Every Bite

Delight in these Chicken Pillows that combine creamy filling and flaky dough, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pillows
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 10 ounces cooked shredded chicken rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened; Greek yogurt can lighten it up
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter softened; margarine can be used
  • 1/2 tablespoon dried chives use fresh chives or green onions if desired
  • 1/2 tablespoon dried minced onion substitute with fresh onions if preferred
  • salt and pepper season to taste
For the Dough
  • 1 can refrigerated Pillsbury crescent roll dough 8 ounces; store-brand options work
For the Crunch
  • 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs consider using panko for extra crispiness
For the Gravy
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10 ounces; cream of mushroom soup is a vegetarian alternative
  • 1 packet chicken gravy mix enhances flavor; adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking sheet.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and butter until smooth. Stir in chicken, chives, onion, salt, and pepper.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough and press two triangles together to form rectangles.
  4. Scoop the chicken mixture onto the center of each rectangle and fold the dough over, sealing edges tightly.
  5. Melt ¼ cup of butter and dip each sealed pillow in it, then roll in breadcrumbs.
  6. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 22-25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Prepare the gravy by combining soup, gravy mix, and water in a saucepan; heat until bubbling, then simmer for 5 minutes.
  8. Drizzle warm gravy over baked Chicken Pillows and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 2pillowsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Seal edges tightly to prevent leakage during baking. Bake until golden brown for best texture.

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