Description
These Cheesy Chicken Taco Pockets are the perfect handheld snack or meal. Flaky, buttery pockets filled with seasoned chicken, melted cheese, and taco-inspired flavors. A quick and easy recipe that will satisfy your taco cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 1 packet Taco seasoning mix (or homemade)
- 1/4 cup Water (for seasoning mix)
- 1/2 cup Cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup Salsa (optional, for added flavor)
- 1 can Refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 oz)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil (for brushing)
- 1 tsp Garlic powder (optional, for extra flavor)
- Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- Sour cream or guacamole (for dipping, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare chicken filling: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, taco seasoning mix, and water. Stir until well coated and the seasoning is evenly distributed.
- Make cheesy mixture: Add the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and mozzarella cheese to the seasoned chicken mixture. Mix until everything is combined and creamy.
- Prepare crescent rolls: Open the crescent roll dough and separate it into 8 triangles. If desired, slightly pinch the perforations to make a solid rectangle (optional for sturdier pockets).
- Assemble the pockets: Spoon the chicken and cheese mixture onto the center of each crescent roll triangle. Fold the edges over to form a pocket, pinching the edges to seal.
- Brush and bake: Brush the tops of the pockets with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder (if using). Place the pockets on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
- Serve: Allow the taco pockets to cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream or guacamole for dipping.
Notes
- You can use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Add sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or onions to the filling for extra flavor and crunch.
- For a spicier version, use hot salsa or add chopped jalapeños to the filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pocket
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg