Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Chicken Pillows, featuring fluffy pockets of seasoned chicken and creamy filling, all wrapped in a golden puff pastry crust. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, these savory bites are sure to impress family and friends alike. Experience the warmth and joy that comes with every delicious bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook diced chicken until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, cream cheese, garlic powder, and chopped herbs. Mix until smooth.
- Roll out puff pastry sheets on a floured surface. Cut into squares approximately 4 inches wide.
- Spoon chicken mixture onto each square's center. Fold diagonally to create triangles and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush each pillow with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pillow (80g)
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg