Best 6 Savory Crescent Chicken Pockets Recipes

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Savory crescent chicken pockets are a delightful appetizer or light meal that are perfect for any occasion. The combination of flaky crescent dough and savory chicken filling creates a delicious and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone. With a few simple ingredients and a little prep work, you can easily make this tasty treat at home. From classic recipes to unique variations, there are endless possibilities for creating savory crescent chicken pockets that will tantalize your taste buds. So, grab your apron and get ready to explore the world of savory crescent chicken pockets!

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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

SAVORY CRESCENT CHICKEN SQUARES



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Tender crescents wrap around a creamy chicken filling in a hot sandwich that took top honors in the Pillsbury Bake-Off® Contest.

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon butter, softened
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon chopped pimientos, if desired
1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls (8 Count) or 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Dough Sheet
1 tablespoon butter, melted
3/4 cup seasoned croutons, crushed

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In medium bowl, mix cream cheese and 1 tablespoon softened butter; beat until smooth. Add chicken, chives, salt, pepper, milk and pimientos; mix well.
  • Separate or cut dough into 4 rectangles. If using crescent dough, firmly press perforations to seal. Spoon 1/2 cup chicken mixture onto center of each rectangle. Pull 4 corners of dough to center of chicken mixture; twist firmly. Pinch edges to seal. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Brush tops of sandwiches with 1 tablespoon melted butter; sprinkle with crushed croutons.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 3, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, TransFat 6 g

CRESCENT CHICKEN BUNDLES



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When I was expecting our third child, this was one of the meals I put in the freezer ahead of time. We now have four kids and they all like these rich chicken pockets. I've also made them with ham or smoked turkey. -Jo Groth, Plainfield, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
2 tablespoons minced chives
2 tablespoon whole milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls
1 cup crushed seasoned stuffing

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Beat cream cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, chives, milk, salt and pepper until blended. Stir in chicken., Unroll crescent roll dough and separate into eight rectangles; press perforations together. Spoon about 1/2 cup chicken mixture in the center of each rectangle. Bring edges up to the center and pinch to seal. Brush with remaining butter. Sprinkle with crushed stuffing, lightly pressing down., Transfer to ungreased baking sheets. Bake until golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Freeze option: Freeze unbaked bundles on baking sheets until firm; transfer to a freezer container. May be frozen up to 2 months. To use, thaw in refrigerator. Bake as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 622mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

SAVORY CRESCENT CHICKEN POCKETS



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This dish is so simple, yet when you eat it, you feel like a gourmet chef! Anyone you serve it to will feel the same!

Provided by Vols Fan

Categories     Poultry

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 cups cooked chicken
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped pimiento (optional)
8 ounces crescent dinner rolls

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350. In medium bowl, blend cream cheese and 2 T.butter until smooth. Add next 6 ing. Mixing well Separate crescent rolls into 4 rectangles;firmly press perforations to seal. Spoon ½ cup meat mixture onto center of each rectangle. Pull four corners of dough to top center of chicken mixture,twist slightly and seal edges. Brush tops with 1T.butter (or use the butter crescents and leave this step off). Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 for 20-25minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.6, Fat 25.1, SaturatedFat 12.6, Cholesterol 100.4, Sodium 617.7, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.6, Protein 24.2

SAVORY CRESCENT CHICKEN



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A quick and easy warm chicken sandwich. (TIP: Two 5-ounce cans of chunk chicken, drained and flaked, can be substituted for cubed cooked chicken.)

Provided by Sandy Rowe

Categories     Chicken Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon butter, softened
2 cups cubed, cooked chicken meat
1 tablespoon minced onion
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon chopped pimento peppers
1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent rolls
1 tablespoon butter, melted
¾ cup croutons

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 tablespoon melted butter or margarine until smooth. Add the chicken, onion, salt, pepper, milk and pimento. Mix well.
  • Separate crescent dough into four rectangles. Firmly press perforations to seal. Spoon 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture onto the center of each rectangle. Pull 4 corners of dough to center of chicken mixture and twist firmly. Pinch edges to seal.
  • Place sandwiches on an ungreased cookie sheet. Brush tops of sandwiches with 1 tablespoon of melted butter or margarine; sprinkle with crushed croutons. Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 91.8 mg, Fat 29.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 790.1 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

SAVORY CRESCENT CHICKEN SQUARES



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These are very good. You can also make them smaller using the "triangle" instead of the "square" and have as an appetizer instead of the main course.

Provided by Lali8752

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 cups cooked cubed boneless chicken or 2 (5 ounce) cans boneless chicken
1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped olive (optional)
1 (8 ounce) can refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
3/4 cup crushed crouton

Steps:

  • Blend cream cheese with 2 Tbsp butter until smooth.
  • Add next five ingredients and mix well.
  • Spoon 1/2 C meat mixture onto 2"triangles" of dough.
  • (don't separate, so you actually have a "square") Pull 4 corners to the top, center of mixture and twist slightly and seal edges by pinching.
  • Brush tops with remaining butter and sprinkle with croutons Bake on ungreased cookie sheet for 20-25 minutes in a 350* oven until golden brown.

Tips:

  • If you don't have crescent roll dough, you can use puff pastry dough instead.
  • To make the chicken pockets ahead of time, cook the chicken and vegetables according to the recipe and let cool. Then, assemble the pockets and store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to serve, bake the pockets according to the recipe instructions.
  • To make the chicken pockets even more flavorful, you can add a variety of seasonings to the chicken and vegetables. Some good options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and thyme.
  • If you want the chicken pockets to be extra crispy, you can brush them with a little melted butter before baking.
  • Serve the chicken pockets with your favorite dipping sauce. Some good options include ranch dressing, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.

Conclusion:

Savory crescent chicken pockets are a quick and easy appetizer or snack that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make these delicious treats that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying snack, give savory crescent chicken pockets a try. You won't be disappointed!

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