Best 3 Chicken Salad Pockets Recipes

Are you in search of a quick and delicious meal that combines the savory flavors of chicken and creamy salad filling? Look no further than chicken salad pockets - a culinary delight that blends tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, creamy dressing, and the warmth of baked pastry. These handheld treats are perfect for lunchboxes, picnics, potlucks, or as a light and satisfying meal. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create these delightful pockets that are sure to become a family favorite.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

TROPICAL CHICKEN SALAD PITA POCKETS

Tropical Chicken Salad Pita Pockets image

Pineapple and chicken salad with a sweet dressing, served in a pita pocket for a cool bite in the hot weather.

Provided by DOJAGRAM

Categories Salad

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 (5 ounce) package mixed salad greens
1 (6 ounce) package diced cooked chicken
½ cup fresh pineapple chunks
½ cup seedless red grapes, halved
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup fresh blueberries
1 teaspoon salad seasoning mix (such as Mrs.Dash®)
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup honey
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
6 pita bread rounds, split

Steps:

Rinse salad thoroughly in a colander; shake as dry as possible and place in a large bowl. Add chicken, pineapple, grapes, tomatoes, blueberries, and salad seasoning and mix together.
Whisk mayonnaise and honey together in a separate bowl. Pour over salad mixture and toss until all ingredients are coated. Add almonds. Serve in pita pockets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.2 calories, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 28.4 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 430.5 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

HEALTHY MEAL-PREP CHICKEN SALAD POCKETS RECIPE BY TASTY

Healthy Meal-prep Chicken Salad Pockets Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken, fat free plain greek yogurt, celery, sweet relish, dijon mustard, scallion, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, lettuce, cherry tomatoes, pita breads

Provided by Camille Bergerson

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

12 oz chicken, shredded
⅔ cup fat free plain greek yogurt, or low-fat
½ cup celery, finely chopped
1 ½ tablespoons sweet relish
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1 scallion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
4 leaves lettuce
20 cherry tomatoes
4 pita breads

Steps:

In a bowl, mix all ingredients except for the pita, tomatoes, and lettuce.
Portion the chicken salad into 4 containers
Lay the lettuce on top of the chicken salad and add the tomatoes.
Refrigerate up to 4 days.
Serve inside a pita. (You can also toast your pita first for an added touch!)
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 37 grams, Sugar 11 grams

CHICKEN SALAD POCKETS

Chicken Salad Pockets image

A nicely seasoned dressing gives plenty of herb flavor to these fresh-tasting sandwiches from Donna Poole, Marysville, Kansas. The colorful filling is a great way to use up leftover chicken.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried basil
2 cups shredded red leaf lettuce or romaine
6 pita breads (6 inches), halved

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cucumber, tomato and onions. In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, oil, garlic, sugar and basil. Pour over chicken mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. , Just before serving, add lettuce and toss to coat. Spoon about 1/2 cup into each pita half.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

For the best results, use high-quality ingredients. Fresh chicken, crisp vegetables, and a flavorful dressing will make a big difference in the taste of your chicken salad pockets.
If you're short on time, you can use a store-bought rotisserie chicken instead of cooking your own. Just be sure to remove the skin and bones before shredding the chicken.
To make your chicken salad pockets even more flavorful, try adding some chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, or dill. You could also add a bit of grated lemon zest or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
If you don't have any wonton wrappers, you can use egg roll wrappers instead. Just be sure to cut them into smaller squares, about 3 inches in size.
Be careful not to overfill the chicken salad pockets, or they will be difficult to seal. Just a few tablespoons of filling per pocket is all you need.
To ensure that the chicken salad pockets are crispy, be sure to fry them in hot oil. Medium heat is about 350 degrees Fahrenheit. You can also bake them in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes, or until they are golden brown.

Conclusion:

Chicken salad pockets are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a tasty and satisfying meal that everyone will love.