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Golden crescent roll chicken pillows stuffed with creamy chicken and cheese, baked until crispy and brushed with rich garlic Parmesan sauce. A comforting dinner recipe that’s easy and irresistible.
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough
Garlic Parmesan Sauce
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Chicken Filling
In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until the filling is smooth and evenly combined.
3. Prepare the Dough
Unroll the crescent roll dough on a clean surface and separate it into individual triangles.
4. Fill the Chicken Pillows
Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture on the wide end of each triangle. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal, forming a pillow shape.
5. Arrange on Baking Sheet
Place the filled chicken pillows on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
6. Make the Garlic Parmesan Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese.
7. Brush the Topping
Brush the garlic Parmesan butter mixture generously over the tops of each chicken pillow.
8. Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and fully cooked.
9. Cool Slightly
Remove from the oven and allow the chicken pillows to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
10. Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and serve warm.
Rotisserie chicken works great for this recipe and saves time.
For extra flavor, add ½ teaspoon onion powder or paprika to the filling.
Serve with ranch dressing, garlic sauce, or marinara for dipping.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or air fryer.