Decadent Chicken Pillows Garlic (Printable)

Flaky dough filled with tender chicken and cheeses, covered in a rich garlic Parmesan butter topping.

# What You'll Need:

→ Filling

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
02 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened
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 parsley, chopped

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, garlic powder, dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Blend until well incorporated.
03 - Unroll refrigerated crescent roll dough and separate into 8 individual triangles.
04 - Place approximately 2 tablespoons of chicken filling onto the wide end of each dough triangle. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch edges firmly to seal, creating pillow shapes.
05 - Arrange filled chicken pillows on the prepared baking sheet with even spacing between each piece.
06 - In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese until combined.
07 - Using a pastry brush, generously coat the top surface of each chicken pillow with the garlic Parmesan mixture.
08 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until pillows are golden brown and puffed.
09 - Remove from oven and allow pillows to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
10 - Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Flaky & Buttery: The refrigerated crescent dough provides a perfect golden crust with minimal effort.
  • Rich Filling: A blend of cream cheese and mozzarella ensures a gooey, decadent center in every bite.
  • Gourmet Finish: The garlic Parmesan butter sauce elevates the dish to restaurant-quality status.
02 -
  • Substitute rotisserie chicken for extra flavor and convenience.
  • For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and mozzarella.
  • Serve with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Try adding chopped spinach or sun-dried tomatoes to the filling for variation.
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