How to Make Chicken Pockets - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dish that the whole family will love? Look no further than these savory Chicken Pockets! Made with tender chicken, flavorful herbs and spices, and flaky pastry, these handheld treats are perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a snack. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, you'll find that this recipe is a cinch to whip up and will have everyone coming back for seconds.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent rolls
  • 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon minced onion
  • 2 cups chopped cooked chicken
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 3 tablespoons cracker crumbs, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 pockets

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Unroll crescent roll dough onto a work surface; make 4 rectangles by placing 2 dough triangles next to each other. Pinch perforations closed.
  • Mix cream cheese, 1 tablespoon butter, salt, black pepper, milk, and minced onion in a bowl until evenly combined; gently stir chicken into cream cheese mixture. Spoon 1/4 the chicken mixture onto each dough rectangle. Roll dough over the filling and pinch seams closed. Place onto a baking sheet. Spread about 1 1/2 teaspoons butter on each pocket and sprinkle with cracker crumbs.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and filling is hot, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    583 cal.

    • Total Fat: 40g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 102mg
    • Sodium: 856mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 46mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 160mg