Description
Chicken Parmesan Pillows are a delightful culinary treat that combines crispy puff pastry with tender chicken, rich marinara sauce, and gooey melted mozzarella. These golden-brown pockets are perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, making them a family favorite that’s sure to impress. With a burst of flavor in every bite, they transform your meal into an experience worth savoring.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add diced chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and fully cooked through.
- Stir in marinara sauce and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Roll out puff pastry sheets on a floured surface until slightly larger than their original size.
- Spoon the chicken mixture onto one half of each pastry sheet, topping with shredded mozzarella and dried herbs.
- Fold the other half over to create pockets, sealing edges with a fork.
- Brush tops lightly with olive oil and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg