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Classic Chicken Pillows

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If you grew up in Utah, chicken pillows were practically a weeknight tradition . Creamy chicken wrapped in warm crescent dough is the kind of cozy comfort kids love and adults secretly crave. Why This Utah Classic Still Hits Nostalgic comfort: Buttery crescent roll dough and creamy chicken filling give you that classic Utah-style coziness in every bite. Kid-Friendly: Simple flavors and the fun “pillow” shape make this an easy weeknight dinner win picky eaters. Weeknight Easy: Minimal ingredients, quick prep, and everything bakes in the oven for a simple dinner. Chicken Pillow Ingredients Crescent Rolls: Refrigerated dough makes this recipe easy! I also like to use crescent dough sheets. Simply cut the sheet of dough into 8 even squares before putting them together. Chicken: Canned or rotisserie chicken is a great alternative! Bread Crumbs: Plain or panko bread crumbs can be used. Add flavor with 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning if you use either of these op...

Twix Thumbprint Cookies

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Meet my upgraded Twix thumbprint cookies! I re‑tested and updated the recipe so you’ll get defined wells, clean edges, and a tender center every time ! They are perfect for gift giving and cookie parties! Why These Are Better Than The Real Deal Cookie Perfection : I discovered that chilling the cookies after scooping and indenting helps them hold their shape better! Silky caramel, Smooth Chocolate:  If you use soft caramels and real melting chocolate (skip chips), you’ll get a smoother, silkier finish! Gifting & Parties: These cookies are show stoppers! They are great for cookie exchanges, neighbor gifts, or just a treat for yourself and your family. A Reader’s Review Love these! We make them every year and they go fast! – Kellie Twix Thumbprint Cookies Ingredients Chocolate:  Skip chocolate chips; instead, use good quality chocolate bars, baking chocolate, candy coating chocolate, or chocolate melting wafers . Caramels: Use s...