Description
Delicious and comforting Chicken Pillows feature tender shredded chicken mixed with cream cheese and savory herbs, wrapped in buttery crescent roll dough, baked until golden, and served with a creamy homemade chicken gravy. Perfect for a satisfying family meal or casual dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Filling
- 10 ounces cooked, shredded chicken breast (about 2 cups)
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon salted butter, softened
- 1/2 tablespoon dried chives
- 1/2 tablespoon dried minced onion
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Dough and Coating
- 1 can (8 ounces) refrigerated Pillsbury crescent roll dough
- 1/4 cup salted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
Chicken Gravy
- 1 can (10 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1 packet (1 ounce) chicken gravy mix
- 3/4 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease a baking sheet with non-stick spray. This will prevent the pillows from sticking during baking.
- Prepare Chicken Mixture: In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and 1 tablespoon of softened butter together until smooth. Stir in the shredded chicken, dried chives, dried minced onion, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Combine well to ensure even flavor.
- Prepare Crescent Dough: Unroll the crescent dough and press two triangles together to form one rectangle. Make sure to press the perforations firmly to prevent the filling from leaking out later. Repeat to create four rectangles total.
- Assemble Chicken Pillows: Evenly divide the chicken mixture among the four crescent rectangles, placing the filling in the center of each. Fold each corner over the filling, pressing tightly to seal and shape into a ball. Ensure the filling is fully enclosed.
- Coat Pillows: Dip each chicken pillow into the melted butter, then coat it thoroughly with Italian breadcrumbs. Shake off any excess breadcrumbs. Arrange the coated pillows on the greased baking sheet, spaced evenly.
- Bake: Bake the chicken pillows in the preheated oven for 22 to 25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Prepare Gravy: While the pillows bake, combine the cream of chicken soup, chicken gravy mix packet, and water in a small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer gently until the pillows are done.
- Serve: Remove the chicken pillows from the oven, pour the warm chicken gravy over them, and serve immediately. Enjoy your hearty, comforting meal!
Notes
- Ensure you press the crescent dough seams firmly to prevent leakage while baking.
- You can substitute fresh chives and onions if preferred, reduce amounts according to taste.
- For a crispier coating, double dip the pillows in melted butter and breadcrumbs.
- The chicken pillows can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best results.
