Description
Chicken Parmesan Pillows are a delightful twist on classic Italian flavors, featuring tender chicken enveloped in flaky pastry, complemented by rich marinara sauce and gooey cheese. This dish is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, offering an irresistible crunch and comforting flavors that everyone will love. Easy to prepare, these pillows bring joy to the dinner table and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, diced boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 sheet (about 0.5 lb) puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine cooked chicken, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into squares.
- Spoon the chicken mixture onto one half of each square; fold over and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt; place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pillow (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg