Skillet Chicken Pillows

Skillet Chicken Pillows are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The dish starts with thin slices of chicken, which are seasoned and then wrapped around a flavorful filling of cream cheese.

The combination of tender chicken and melted cream cheese creates a warm and comforting flavor, and the skillet cooking method ensures that the chicken pillows are cooked evenly and to perfection. Skillet Chicken Pillows are a great option for a quick and easy dinner, and they are also perfect for a special occasion or a dinner party. Serve the chicken pillows with a side of roasted vegetables or a salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

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Skillet Chicken Pillows

Skillet Chicken Pillows are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The dish starts with thin slices of chicken, which are seasoned and then wrapped around a flavorful filling of cream cheese.

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time15 mins

Total Time25 mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Skillet Chicken Pillows

Servings: 8 people

Calories: 361kcal

Cost: $15

Equipment

• 12" Cast Iron Skillet

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts boneless skinless, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 2 green onions diced
• 8 oz cream cheese softened
• 16 oz crescent roll dough refrigerated

Instructions

• Brown and cook chicken in a cast iron skillet 
• Set aside in a seperate bowl
• In a different bowl, warm cream cheese and add to green onions and chicken
• Using a spoon place mixture in each crescent roll
• Fold the rolls up so they make a nice pocket
• Place in skillet and bake 12-15 minutes at 350°F
• The rolls should be golden brown.

Notes

Adapted from: 101 Things to do with a Dutch oven cookbook by Vernon Winterton

Nutrition

Calories: 361kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 602mg | Potassium: 256mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 428IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg

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