Chicken Parmesan Pillows
Indulge in the irresistible Chicken Parmesan Pillows, where crispy puff pastry meets tender chicken, rich marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these easy-to-make delights will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a dish that fills your home with mouthwatering aromas and leaves everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 (makes about 6 pillows) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets (2 sheets)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until no longer pink.
- Stir in marinara sauce and mix in mozzarella cheese until melted.
- Roll out puff pastry sheets on a floured surface and cut into squares.
- Spoon filling onto each square, fold to seal edges with a fork.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with remaining olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pillow (100g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute mozzarella with provolone cheese or add spinach to the filling. If using frozen chicken, ensure it's fully thawed before cooking for even results. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven at 350°F for crispiness.