Steam curls up from the valve and your stomach starts talking back. You know that smell that sneaks up just when your pressure cooker hits its stride? That's the moment your kitchen turns into a little cozy heaven with this recipe.
These Chicken Pillows kinda remind me of those little warm hugs wrapped up in dough. When you catch the scent of that bubbling cream cheese and chicken mix inside your sealed crescent rolls, dang, its hard not to get excited.
You spot the float valve bobbing as the pressure builds and your mouth starts watering big time. Just a few minutes and youll be biting into soft, buttery pockets filled with melty chicken goodness. Its comfort food the fast way.
The Real Reasons You Will Love This Method
- You get juicy chicken pillows without standing by the stove forever.
- The sealing ring locks in flavor and moisture like nobodys business.
- Quick release lets you jump right in when its done so no soggy dough here.
- Natural release helps keep the filling nice and tender.
- This recipe works with basic pantry stuff you probably got on hand.
- The float valve is your handy little buddy telling you its cooked just right.
Everything You Need Lined Up
- 10 ounces cooked, shredded chicken breast roughly 2 cups ready to party inside the pillows.
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened because nobody likes lumps in their filling.
- 1 Tablespoon salted butter, also softened, helps everything mix smooth and dreamy.
- ½ Tablespoon dried chives for a little green and mild onion zing.
- ½ Tablespoon dried minced onion adds some extra savory punch.
- Salt and pepper gotta season it right so it aint bland.
- 1 can (8 ounces) refrigerated Pillsbury crescent roll dough your doughy hug wrapper.
- ¼ cup salted butter, melted for that golden glaze and crispy outside after baking.
- ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs to coat your pillows and add crunch.
- 1 can (10 ounces) cream of chicken soup, warmed up for dipping or drizzling.
- 1 packet (1 ounce) chicken gravy mix flavor booster.
- ¾ cup water to mix with your gravy and soup for perfect sauciness.
Walking Through Every Single Move
First thing you do is preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper so your pillows won't stick, trust me, it works real good.
Next, grab a medium bowl. Throw in your shredded chicken, cream cheese, softened butter, dried chives, dried minced onion, plus salt and pepper. Mix it all up till its one happy creamy chicken party.
Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into those perfect 8 triangles. These are gonna be your pillow cases for all that yum.
Place a big spoonful of that chicken mixture near the wide end of each triangle. Don't be shy, go generous with the filling. Now fold those sides in and roll the dough up around the filling until it's snug. Pinch the edges tight so nothing sneaks out while baking.
Dip each pillow into the melted butter first, then roll it around in those Italian breadcrumbs. This gives you a nice crispy golden crust after baking. Lay 'em out on your prepared baking sheet.
Pop the tray in the oven and bake for about 20 to 25 minutes or till they turn a gorgeous golden brown. While theyre baking, warm up your cream of chicken soup in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally so it doesnt stick or lump. Serve the pillows hot and smothered with that warm soup or use it as a dip, whatever way you want.
Easy Tweaks That Make Life Simple
- If you in a hurry, grab rotisserie chicken from the store. It works great shredded and ready to go in this recipe.
- Swap dried chives and onion for fresh green bits if you got them on hand, changes the flavor just a little but nice.
- Use jarred chicken gravy instead of soup plus mix if you wanna save a step on sauce making.
- For a cheesy twist, add some shredded mozzarella or cheddar inside the filling before rolling.
- If youre not into baking, these pillows actually crisp up nicely in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Just cook slow and turn often.
The Flavor Experience Waiting for You
When you bite into a Chicken Pillow, first thing you notice is that buttery, crispy outside layer. Its kinda flaky and crunchy all at once, making each mouthful super satisfying.
Inside, the creamy chicken filling melts in your mouth with the cream cheese and butter blending into those mild onion and chive notes. Its like a soft savory cloud that comforts you.
Then you get the warm sauce coating everything with that classic chicken soup richness boosted by the gravy mix. The flavors just wrap around each other and make you wanna dig in for another bite right away.
Making It Last All Week Long
If you got leftovers, dont sweat it. Chicken Pillows actually keep real well for days.
Stick 'em in an airtight container in the fridge and they should be good for 3 to 4 days. Just pop 'em in the microwave or oven for a quick reheat.
You can freeze them too. Wrap each pillow separately with plastic wrap then place in a freezer bag. Theyll last up to 2 months frozen tight. For reheating frozen pillows, its best to thaw overnight in the fridge then bake or microwave.
When you reheat, remember to check your float valve on your pressure cooker and gently use slow release if you decide to warm them in there. It keeps the pillows from drying out while heating them through.
What People Always Ask Me
- Can I make these vegetarian? Sure thing, just swap the chicken for cooked mushrooms or seasoned tofu and use veggie gravy or soup. Still delish.
- Will the dough get soggy in pressure cooker? Nope, just gotta make sure your sealing ring is on right and use quick release to avoid overcooking the dough.
- Can I prep these ahead of time? Totally, assemble pillows and keep them in the fridge for a few hours before baking. Just add a little extra baking time if chilled.
- What if I dont have crescent roll dough? Puff pastry or biscuit dough can work too, just watch your baking times.
- How do I do quick release without burning myself? Use a spoon or wooden utensil to nudge the float valve carefully. Always keep hands clear of steam.
- Is natural release important here? For the filling tenderness, yeah its helpful to wait a few minutes before opening. But quick release after that natural rest keeps dough nice.
Chicken Pillows Pressure Cooker Recipe You Gonna Love
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl Medium
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 10 oz Cooked shredded chicken breast
- 4 oz Cream cheese softened
- 1 Tablespoon Salted butter softened
- ½ Tablespoon Dried chives
- ½ Tablespoon Dried minced onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 can (8 oz) Refrigerated crescent roll dough Pillsbury
- ¼ cup Salted butter melted
- ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1 can (10 oz) Cream of chicken soup
- 1 packet (1 oz) Chicken gravy mix
- ¾ cup Water
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix shredded chicken, cream cheese, softened butter, chives, minced onion, salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Unroll and separate crescent dough into 8 triangles.
- Scoop chicken filling onto wide end of each triangle, then roll tightly and pinch edges.
- Dip each pillow into melted butter and roll in breadcrumbs. Place on baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, heat soup, gravy mix, and water in saucepan, simmer until thickened.
- Remove pillows from oven once golden.
- Serve hot with warm gravy on top or as dip.
- Store leftovers in fridge for 3–4 days, or freeze individually.
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