Best 11 California Chicken Pockets Recipes

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Are you tired of mundane meals and craving something bursting with flavor? Look no further than the tantalizing California chicken pockets, a culinary delight that promises an explosion of taste in every bite. These savory bundles of joy are crafted with tender chicken, a vibrant array of vegetables, and a secret blend of herbs and spices, all wrapped in a golden-brown tortilla, creating a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of California. Whether you're seeking a quick and easy weeknight meal or a show-stopping dish to impress your guests, these delectable chicken pockets are sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you longing for more.

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CHICKEN POCKETS



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A creamy chicken dip with a bread covering.

Provided by momloves3

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Savory Pie Recipes     Chicken Pie Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

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

Steps:

  • 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 Facts : Calories 583.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Cholesterol 101.5 mg, Fat 39.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 16.3 g, Sodium 856 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

CALIFORNIA CHICKEN POCKETS



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I found this recipe in a cookbook 25 years ago and have been using it ever since. Everyone in my family loves it and it keeps for several days. It contains avacado, which I leave out. To make the pita pockets easy to fill I microwave them 5 - 10 seconds so they are pliable. Instead of buying a whole package of cheese, I use 2 stick of string cheese. Hope you enjoy.

Provided by Debby H

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 pita halves, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup cooked chicken breast, chopped
1 cup frozen chopped broccoli
1 avocado, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup rice, cooked
1/2 cup tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (2 oz)
1 egg, hard-cooked and chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
4 (6 inch) pita pockets, halved

Steps:

  • Cook and drain broccoli.
  • In medium bowl, combine chicken, broccoli, avocado, rice, tomatoes, cheese and egg.
  • In small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, mustard and celery seed. Pour over mixture and toss to coat.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to blend.
  • To serve, spoon approx 1/2 cup mixture into each pock bread half.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.7, Fat 25.2, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 101, Sodium 620.5, Carbohydrate 57.5, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 4.2, Protein 23.3

CURRIED CHICKEN POCKETS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for brushing
1 shallot, finely chopped
3/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon grated peeled ginger
1 clove garlic, grated
1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken (skin removed)
1/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
Kosher salt
All-purpose flour, for dusting
1 (11-ounce) tube refrigerated French bread dough
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the shallot, curry powder, ginger and garlic and cook until the shallot is slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in the chicken. Remove from the heat and stir in the peas, yogurt, cilantro, lime juice and salt to taste; let the mixture cool completely.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and brush a baking sheet lightly with vegetable oil. On a floured surface, roll out the dough and fill the dinner pockets (see Cook's Note).
  • Place the pockets seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Beat the egg and 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl; brush the pockets with the egg wash. Bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes.

CHICKEN OR LAMB PATTY POCKETS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 16m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Handful cilantro leaves
Handful mint leaves
Handful basil leaves
1 cup Greek style plain yogurt
1 tablespoon cumin, a palm full
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon grill seasoning blend, 1 1/3 palm fulls (recommended: McCormick Montreal Seasoning)
1 1/2 pounds ground chicken or ground lamb
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan
4 pita pockets
1 cup mango chutney
8 leaves tender lettuce
Spiced exotic chips (recommended: Taro root chips)

Steps:

  • Place the herbs in a food processor and pulse grind them into a fine chop. In a bowl combine the herbs, yogurt, cumin and grill seasoning. Add the meat and mix to combine.. Form into 4 large, very thin patties. Wash up and preheat a large nonstick skillet with a couple tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook patties 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Heat a small second skillet over high heat and blister the pitas on each side. Cut tops off the bread and fill pita pockets with patties, lettuce and chutney.

TENDER CHICKEN POCKETS



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I wanted to make lunches more interesting, so I created this recipe that's now a favorite of ours. Try it with a fruit salad on the side. -Beth Woodard, Jamestown, North Carolina.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 cup water
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
4 teaspoons mayonnaise, optional
4 whole wheat pita pocket halves
4 lettuce leaves
1/2 cup sliced cucumber
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Dash salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chicken, water and bouillon. Cover and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until meat is no longer pink., Spread mustard and mayonnaise if desired on the inside of each pita half. Fill with lettuce, cucumber, chicken and cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 984mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

CALIFORNIA CHICKEN WRAPS



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The combination of hummus and feta give these wraps unbeatable flavor. Hummus is a fantastic alternative to mayonnaise; try it on your favorite sandwich today! -Donna Munch, El Paso, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup prepared hummus
4 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches)
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1/4 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Spread hummus on tortillas; top with chicken, peppers, cheese and basil. Roll up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 408mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CALIFORNIA CHICKEN



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This recipe is great for summertime veggies from the garden, and quick too!

Provided by Ingrid

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon olive oil
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
2 avocados - peeled, pitted and sliced
2 ripe tomatoes, sliced
1 (8 ounce) package Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 10 slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Warm oil in skillet and add chicken and onion. Cook 15 minutes or until chicken is browned and just about done. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Place chicken on cookie sheet and top each breast with 1 to 2 slices of tomato and 2 to 3 slices of cheese. Place in oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until cheese melts. Remove from oven, add 2 to 3 slices of avocado on top of each breast, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Cholesterol 121.8 mg, Fat 36.7 g, Fiber 7.6 g, Protein 42.8 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 373 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

CALIFORNIA CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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Dinner ready in 10 minutes! Serve your family with these chicken sandwiches layered with tomato and avocado.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 medium green onion, finely chopped (1 tablespoon)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
12 thin slices sourdough bread, toasted
6 large slices tomato (1/4 inch thick)
2 cups shredded skinless smoked chicken
1 medium avocado, pitted, peeled and cut into 12 slices

Steps:

  • In small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, onion, paprika, lemon peel and garlic with wire whisk.
  • On 1 side of 6 bread slices, evenly spread mayonnaise mixture; layer with tomato, chicken and avocado. Top with remaining 6 bread slices. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 360 mg

CHICKEN POCKETS



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Precooked chicken breast strips, onion, green pepper and cheese are baked inside refrigerated crescent dinner roll dough for warm pocket sandwiches.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 27m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 tsp. oil
1 pkg. (6 oz.) OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Flame Grilled Chicken Breast Strips, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 can (8 oz.) refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
1/4 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook onion and pepper in hot oil in medium skillet until crisp-tender. Add chicken breast strips; mix well.
  • Separate crescent dough into 4 rectangles. Firmly press perforations together to seal. Pat out each rectangle to 8x4-inch rectangle. Spoon chicken mixture onto one half of each rectangle; sprinkle evenly with cheese. Fold dough over filling to enclose. Press edges of dough together, then press with tines of fork to seal completely.
  • Bake 12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 920 mg, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 16 g

CREAMY CHICKEN POCKETS



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Make and share this Creamy Chicken Pockets recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cstsmiles

Categories     Chicken

Time 31m

Yield 8 pockets, 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 -3 small chicken breasts, diced
1/2 cup minced onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon butter, softened
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
2 tablespoons milk
1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/4 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken with the onions and garlic.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1 tablespoon melted butter until smooth. Stir in the cooked chicken, onions and garlic. Add the salts, pepper and milk. Mix well.
  • Separate the crescent roll dough into the eight triangles. Dollop a tablespoon of filling into the center of each triangle and fold the corners up to seal. Press and seal firmly. Place on ungreased baking sheet or stone and repeat with the remaining dough and filling. Brush the tops with the melted butter and sprinkle with the bread crumbs (optional).
  • Bake for 11 - 13 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Recipe Note: To heat up leftovers, bake in a preheated 350F oven for 10 minutes.

CHICKEN BACON RANCH POCKETS RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Bacon Ranch Pockets Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: warm water, yeast, sugar, all-purpose flour, sea salt, mixed olive, shredded chicken breast, bacon, ranch dressing, shredded cheddar cheese, olive oil

Provided by Camille Bergerson

Categories     Lunch

Yield 8 pockets

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ⅓ cups warm water
2 ¼ teaspoons yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 tablespoon mixed olive, plus 1 additional teaspoon
1 ½ cups shredded chicken breast
1 cup bacon, cooked and chopped
⅔ cup ranch dressing
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, plus 2 tablespoons for topping)
1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes, or until the mixture becomes cloudy and slightly foamy.
  • Add the flour, salt, and 1 tablespoon of oil to the bowl with the yeast mixture and stir until combined.
  • Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 3-5 minutes.
  • Wipe the large bowl clean and lightly coat with remaining oil. Place the dough into the bowl and cover with plastic wrap and a dish towel.
  • Set in a warm place for 20 minutes, or until the dough has nearly doubled in size.
  • Preheat oven to 450ºF (230ºC), and line a sheet tray with parchment paper.
  • Once risen, turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and stretch the dough into a 12x22-inch (30x56 cm) rectangle.
  • Layer the ranch, chicken, bacon, and cheddar in the center of the rectangle, lengthwise, leaving 1-2 inches (2 ½-5 cm) on the top and bottom.
  • Slice the dough in half through the center, lengthwise.
  • Fold each piece's center edge towards the outer edge and pat down, creating a long roll-up.
  • Slice each roll into 4-5 equal pieces. Pinch the edges closed on all the pieces and place on sheet tray.
  • Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until light golden brown.
  • Serve immediately or allow to cool, then freeze in an airtight container up to 1-2 months.
  • To reheat, microwave for 45 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 1 gram

Tips:

  • For a crispy coating, use a mixture of flour, breadcrumbs, and grated Parmesan cheese. Season the mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika for extra flavor.
  • To make sure the chicken is cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C).
  • If you don't have time to make the homemade Alfredo sauce, you can use a store-bought version. Just be sure to choose one that is creamy and flavorful.
  • For a healthier version of the Alfredo sauce, use Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream. You can also add some chopped spinach or kale for an extra boost of nutrients.
  • Serve the California chicken pockets with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.

Conclusion:

California chicken pockets are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a snack. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give California chicken pockets a try.

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