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Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Pillows with Savory Gravy

A delightful dish combining tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a luscious creamy sauce enveloped in flaky pastry pillows. Perfect for busy weeknights!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Perfect way to use up leftovers
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced For mushroom lovers
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced For a sweet flavor kick
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor
  • 1 cup heavy cream For richness
  • 1 cup chicken broth For savory depth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil To cook the filling
  • Salt and pepper, to taste For seasoning
For the Pastry
  • 1 package puff pastry The pillows
  • Chopped parsley, for garnish To add some green on the plate

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and roll out your puff pastry sheets, cutting them into 4-inch squares.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onions until soft and translucent, then add the garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking until mushrooms are golden brown.
  3. Stir in the shredded chicken, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  4. Scoop a generous amount of the chicken mixture onto each pastry square. Fold over to create a triangle and seal edges with a fork.
  5. Place pillows on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Gravy Preparation
  1. In a small saucepan, use leftover filling mixture to make a quick gravy by adding a bit more chicken broth and whisking until smooth.
Serving
  1. Plate the chicken and mushroom pillows, drizzle with gravy, and garnish with chopped parsley. Enjoy!

Notes

For quick prep, use rotisserie chicken. Feel free to add spinach or kale for color and nutrition. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.