Decadent Chicken Pillows Garlic Parmesan (Printable Version)

Tender chicken and cheeses in flaky dough with buttery garlic Parmesan topping

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Filling

01 - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
02 - 1 cup softened cream cheese
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
06 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Dough

07 - 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough (8-count)

→ Garlic Parmesan Sauce

08 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Garnish

11 - 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, cream cheese, mozzarella, garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper until well blended.
03 - Unroll crescent roll dough and separate into 8 individual triangles.
04 - Place a spoonful of chicken mixture onto the wide end of each triangle. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal, forming pillow shapes.
05 - Arrange chicken pillows on the prepared baking sheet with even spacing.
06 - In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese.
07 - Brush the tops of each pillow generously with the garlic Parmesan mixture.
08 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
09 - Allow pillows to cool for 5 to 10 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • A comforting main dish that combines creamy cheeses and tender chicken.
  • Flaky crescent dough topped with a rich, buttery garlic Parmesan glaze.
  • Easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, making it perfect for family dinners.
02 -
  • Seal the dough edges tightly to prevent the creamy filling from leaking during the baking process.
  • Generously brush the garlic Parmesan mixture over the dough for the best golden-brown crust.
  • Let the pillows rest for at least 5 minutes after baking to allow the cheeses to set properly.
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