Best 6 Chicken Pesto Pillows Recipes

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Chicken pesto pillows are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of tender chicken, flavorful pesto, and crispy breadcrumb topping makes this dish a winner. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy chicken, then you have to try chicken pesto pillows!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PESTO CHICKEN PILLOWS



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Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup basil pesto
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
2 packages crescent rolls
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 cups panko bread crumbs
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 can evaporated milk
1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix together chicken, softened cream cheese and pesto sauce until fully combined. Unwrap crescent rolls and lay one across your hand, place about 1/4 cup filling in the middle. Fold the corners together in order to enclose the filling, pinching all seams closed and then shaping into a pillow shape. Repeat with each crescent roll. Dip each pillow in melted butter and then roll in the bread crumbs and place on baking sheets, 2 inches apart. Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce: Mix cream of chicken soup, evaporated milk, basil and any leftover chicken mixture in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir and heat until combined and heated through. Serve pillows warm with rice and sauce.

CHICKEN PESTO PILLOWS



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This is a delicious recipe that I made up years ago. It is my top requested recipe for my family's birthday dinners. It's easy, yet looks like you've slaved all day! Great for entertaining.

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 -4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced
1 cup pesto sauce
1 egg, beaten with
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425º.
  • Slice or pound chicken into thin pieces.
  • Brown lightly in pan coated with cooking spray.
  • Place in refrigerator until ready to use.
  • Thaw puff pastry according to package directions.
  • Roll out each sheet into slightly larger rectangle.
  • Cut each sheet into 4 equal pieces.
  • Remove chicken from refrigerator, and cut into pieces small enough to fit on half of each pastry square.
  • On each pastry square, place one piece chicken, one slice of mozzarella cheese, and 1 tablespoon of pesto sauce.
  • Brush half the edges of each pastry square with egg wash mixture. Fold over and seal with fork.
  • Transfer to cooking sheet sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Brush top of each pillow with egg wash.
  • Bake at 425º until golden brown, approximately 20 minutes.
  • Serve with any remaining pesto sauce, or heated spaghetti sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 644, Fat 42, SaturatedFat 13.5, Cholesterol 98.7, Sodium 521.7, Carbohydrate 37.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1, Protein 27.9

PESTO PIZZA PILLOWS



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 24 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 9

Vegetable oil, for frying
24 square wonton wrappers
1 large egg, beaten
2 cups grated low-moisture mozzarella
4 ounces sweet Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled (about 1 cup)
1/4 cup prepared pesto
1/4 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for sprinkling
Kosher salt
Warmed marinara sauce, such as Rao's, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven to 365 degrees F.
  • Lay out the wonton wrappers on your work surface. Brush each entire wrapper with egg wash. Top each with a heaping tablespoon of mozzarella, a crumble of sausage, 1/2 teaspoon pesto and 1/2 teaspoon Parmesan, leaving space around the edges. Fold the corners of each wrapper into the center to make a square. Press to seal.
  • Fry the sealed pockets in 2 batches, turning occasionally, until crisp and golden brown all over, 3 to 4 minutes per batch. Season lightly with salt and sprinkle with Parmesan while still hot. Serve hot, with marinara for dipping.

CHICKEN PESTO PINWHEELS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: puff pastry, pesto sauce, chicken, shredded parmesan cheese, kosher salt, eggs, fresh parsley

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 sheets puff pastry, thawed if frozen
⅔ cup pesto sauce
8 oz chicken, cooked, shredded
½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
kosher salt, to taste
2 eggs, beaten
fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to a 9x12-inch (23x30 cm) rectangles.
  • Spread the pesto sauce over the sheets using a spatula or spoon. Top with the shredded chicken, Parmesan, and salt.
  • Starting from a short end, carefully roll up the puff pastry to form logs.
  • Slice the logs into ½-inch (1 cm) rounds and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing 1 inch (2 cm) apart. Brush with egg wash.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Sprinkle with chopped parsley, then serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 0 grams

EASY PESTO CHICKEN SKILLET



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This is a tasty budget meal that incorporates a handful of ingredients found in your pantry. The key to this cooking properly is keeping the chicken and broccoli florets an even size. I highly recommend freshly prepared pesto.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Pesto Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic, minced
3 cups chicken broth
6 ounces gemelli pasta
3 cups small broccoli florets
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
½ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
¼ cup whipping cream
¼ cup fresh basil pesto
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Season chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir for about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Transfer chicken to a bowl and keep warm.
  • Pour chicken broth into the skillet and add gemelli. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 8 minutes. Add broccoli and cook, stirring occasionally, until completely cooked, about 5 more minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese, whipping cream, and pesto until combined. Return chicken to the skillet and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 68.3 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 1361.6 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

CHICKEN PILLOWS



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A wonderful lady in our church gave this to me. In October when I broke my arm, she made this dish and brought it over to us. It was so good that I asked her for the recipe, and last night, Dec. 19th, 2006, she brought the recipe and all the ingredients over to us. Thank you Debbie Lusty!

Provided by Carly

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (13 ounce) can white meat chicken, drained
1/4 cup butter, softened
4 ounces cream cheese
2 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 cups crushed breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Mix chicken, softened butter and cream cheese together.
  • Place by heaping spoons full in the middle of the crescent roll and roll up.
  • Roll crescent roll in melted butter and then in bread crumbs.
  • Place on cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees until brown, about 10-15 minutes.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes and chicken gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 710.7, Fat 37.4, SaturatedFat 20.6, Cholesterol 154.6, Sodium 926.2, Carbohydrate 65.7, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 5.5, Protein 27.3

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your Chicken Pesto Pillows truly shine. Look for ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and creamy pesto.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken breasts can easily become dry and tough if they're overcooked. Cook them just until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Use a good quality pesto: A good quality pesto will make a big difference in the flavor of your Chicken Pesto Pillows. Look for a pesto that is made with fresh basil, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts.
  • Be careful not to overstuff the wonton wrappers: If you overstuff the wonton wrappers, they will be difficult to seal and may come apart during cooking.
  • Cook the Chicken Pesto Pillows until they are golden brown: This will ensure that they are cooked through and have a crispy texture.
  • Serve the Chicken Pesto Pillows with your favorite dipping sauce: Marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, or even just a simple olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing would all be great choices.

Conclusion:

Chicken Pesto Pillows are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They're perfect for a party or a weeknight dinner. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give Chicken Pesto Pillows a try. You won't be disappointed!

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