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Chicken Pillows

Savory Chicken Pillows: Golden Flaky Bites with Creamy Filling

Chicken Pillows are flaky pastries filled with creamy chicken, ideal for a quick and comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pillows
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 10 ounces Cooked Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken works great
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1 tablespoon Salted Butter Softened
  • 0.5 tablespoon Dried Chives Feel free to use fresh ones
  • 0.5 tablespoon Dried Minced Onion Can substitute with fresh onion
  • Salt and Pepper Season to taste
For the Pastry
  • 1 can Refrigerated Crescent Roll Dough Try puff pastry for a flaky alternative
  • 0.5 cup Italian Breadcrumbs Swap with panko for extra crunch
For the Gravy
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup 10 ounces
  • 1 packet Chicken Gravy Mix 1 ounce
  • 0.75 cup Water To achieve the right consistency

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking sheet.
  2. Mix cream cheese and butter until smooth, then stir in chicken, chives, and onion. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Unroll crescent dough and press two triangles together to form rectangles.
  4. Divide chicken mixture among rectangles, fold corners to seal tightly.
  5. Dip pillows in melted butter, then coat with breadcrumbs.
  6. Arrange on the baking sheet and bake for 22-25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Combine soup, gravy mix, and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer until thickened.
  8. Serve warm, topped with gravy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pillowCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure the dough is pinched tightly to prevent filling from leaking during baking. Monitor baking closely to achieve perfect golden color.

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