Chicken Pillows
Chicken pillows are a deliciously comforting dish that transforms tender chicken and creamy filling into golden, flaky pastries. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these delightful bites are easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. Each bite is a combination of savory goodness wrapped in buttery dough, making them an instant favorite at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz fresh cream cheese (softened)
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a skillet, cook chopped chicken over medium heat until golden brown, about 7-10 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix the cooked chicken with cream cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, sour cream, and green onions until well combined.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into squares (about 4×4 inches).
- Place a spoonful of filling on each square. Fold into triangles and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush the tops with melted butter and place on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken pillow (85g)
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg