Description

These Chicken Pillows Recipe are soft, buttery crescent rolls stuffed with a creamy chicken mixture, baked until golden, and topped with a rich buttery crumb or savory gravy. The filling is smooth, flavorful, and comforting—making this recipe a family favorite for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or cozy meals. Each pillow is warm, fluffy, and packed with delicious chicken-cream cheese goodness.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Filling

3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
3 tbsp butter, softened
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp finely chopped green onions (optional)

For the Pillows

2 cans (8-count each) refrigerated crescent rolls
½ cup melted butter
1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (Panko or Italian style)

Optional Gravy / Sauce

1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
½ cup milk
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried parsley

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken Filling

In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, cream cheese, softened butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and green onions.
Stir until smooth, creamy, and fully combined.
Set aside.

2. Assemble the Pillows

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Unroll crescent rolls and separate them into triangles.
Add 2–3 tablespoons of chicken filling to the wide end of each triangle.
Roll the dough gently around the filling, tucking in the sides to seal.
Dip each pillow in melted butter, then roll in seasoned breadcrumbs.
Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

3. Bake

Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the dough is fully cooked.
Let cool slightly before serving.

4. Optional: Make the Gravy

In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together cream of chicken soup, milk, pepper, and parsley.
Simmer 3–4 minutes until warm and smooth.
Serve over the chicken pillows.

Notes

Rotisserie chicken works extremely well for this recipe.
Add shredded cheddar or mozzarella to the filling for a cheesier version.
For a lighter texture, replace half the cream cheese with sour cream.

Prep Time: PT15M
Cook Time: PT15M
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken pillow
Calories: 220 kcal
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 380mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Creamy Chicken Pillows