Chicken Pillows
When you serve chicken pillows, you’re not just offering a dish; you’re sharing a warm memory wrapped in flaky pastry. These golden delights are filled with tender chicken, creamy cheese, and a hint of spices that will make your taste buds dance. Perfect for any gathering, they bring joy to the dinner table with each bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets (2 sheets)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Cook chicken breasts in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink; shred into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with cream cheese, garlic powder, chives, salt, pepper, and paprika until creamy.
- Thaw puff pastry according to package instructions and roll out on a floured surface.
- Cut pastry into squares; place filling in the center of each square and fold over to seal edges.
- Brush with beaten egg wash and arrange on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pillow
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg