Description

Chicken Pillows are a decadent and creamy baked dish featuring tender shredded chicken mixed with cream cheese and sour cream, wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough, topped with buttery crushed crackers and Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a comforting main course, these savory pillows are easy to prepare and bake to golden perfection, making them an ideal choice for a tasty weeknight dinner or casual gathering.

Ingredients

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Filling

2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Dough and Topping

1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 count)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup crushed buttery crackers
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
Prepare Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and fresh parsley. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is creamy and well blended.
Prepare Dough: Separate the crescent roll dough into individual triangles as per the package instructions, preparing for filling.
Fill and Seal Pillows: Place a generous spoonful of the chicken mixture in the center of each dough triangle. Fold the corners over the filling and pinch the seams tightly to completely seal, forming pillow-shaped pockets.
Arrange for Baking: Place the filled pillows seam side down into the prepared baking dish, ensuring they have space to bake evenly.
Add Toppings: Brush the tops of the pillows evenly with the melted butter. Then sprinkle the crushed buttery crackers followed by grated Parmesan cheese over each pillow to add a crunchy, cheesy crust.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
Cool Slightly and Serve: Remove from oven and allow the chicken pillows to cool slightly before serving to enjoy their full flavor and creamy texture.

Notes

Rotisserie chicken works well for convenience and adds extra flavor.
For extra richness, add shredded cheddar cheese to the filling mixture.
For a lighter alternative, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.
Serve with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American