Best 6 Southwest Chicken Pockets Recipes

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Are you in the mood for a flavorful, easy-to-prepare dish that combines the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with the convenience of a handheld meal? Look no further than Southwest Chicken Pockets! These delightful pockets are packed with a tantalizing blend of tender chicken, savory spices, and fresh vegetables, all wrapped in a warm, flaky tortilla. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or simply seeking a satisfying and portable meal, Southwest Chicken Pockets are sure to be a hit. With just a few simple steps and readily available ingredients, you can create this delectable dish that embodies the spirit of the Southwest, offering a delightful balance of zesty and comforting flavors in every bite.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN PACKETS FROM REYNOLDS WRAP®



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Spice up your barbeque with these juicy and flavorful Southwest chicken packets. Loaded with peppers, onions and sweet corn, they are sure to be a dinner the whole family will enjoy. Brought to you by Reynolds Kitchens®.

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Time 2h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 sheet Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil
½ cup olive oil, divided
¼ cup lime juice
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 pounds chicken breast tenders
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips
½ onion, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, cut into 1/4-inch rings
2 ears sweet corn, removed from cob
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine 1/3 cup olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, brown sugar, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder in a large resealable plastic bag. Mix thoroughly to combine. Add chicken tenders and fully coat. Transfer to refrigerator and marinate for 2 hours.
  • Preheat grill to 425 degrees F. Combine red pepper, yellow pepper, onion, jalapenos, and corn in a large bowl. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Center one-fourth of the pepper mixture evenly on a sheet of Reynolds Wrap Aluminum Foil. Place two marinated chicken tenders on top of pepper mixture.
  • Bring up foil sides. Double-fold top and ends to seal packet, leaving room for heat circulation inside. Repeat to make four packets.
  • Grill 15 to 20 minutes in covered grill, or until chicken is chicken is tender and juices run clear or meat thermometer reads 165 degrees F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Cholesterol 129.2 mg, Fat 34.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 50.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 204.6 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN PACKETS



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For flavor as big as Texas, this recipe partners juicy chicken with black beans, corn and salsa. It tastes savory under a sprinkling of melted Mexican cheese. Dinner's a snap to make and clean up. -Tonya Vowels, Vine Grove, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup salsa
2 cups fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Place each chicken breast half on a greased double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with salsa, corn, beans and cheese. Fold foil around mixture and seal tightly., Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape. Serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 880mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN POCKETS



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Black beans, convenient chicken strips and chiles star in a feisty new role in these loaded pockets. Eat them out of hand (or with a fork if you feel civilized)! Serve a little salsa on the side for an extra burst of flavor. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 package (9 ounces) ready-to-serve roasted chicken breast strips
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, divided
1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Remove from the heat; stir in the chicken, beans, tomato and 1/4 cup chiles., On a lightly floured surface, roll puff pastry into a 14-in. square. Cut into 4 squares. Spoon chicken mixture into the center of each square; sprinkle with cheese., Brush egg over edges. Fold dough over filling, forming a triangle; pinch seams to seal. Transfer to a greased baking sheet and brush with remaining egg. Bake at 400° until golden brown, 18-22 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sour cream and remaining chiles. Serve with pockets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600 calories, Fat 28g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 880mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

FOIL-PACKET SOUTHWEST CHICKEN DINNER



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Bake together veggies, chicken breasts, cheese & ranch dressing for a Southwest chicken dinner. This Foil-Packet Southwest Chicken Dinner is low-cal!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Rice

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-3/4 cups warm water
2 cups instant brown rice, uncooked
4 small boneless skinless chicken breast (1 lb.)
1/4 cup KRAFT Lite Ranch Dressing
1-1/2 tsp. chili powder
1/2 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 red pepper, chopped
4 cups small broccoli florets

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Combine water and rice; let stand 5 min. Spoon onto centers of 4 large sheets of heavy-duty foil;
  • Top with remaining ingredients.
  • Fold to make 4 packets; place on rimmed baking sheet. Bake 25 to 30 min. or until chicken is done (165°F). Cut slits in foil to release steam before opening each packet.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 180 mg, Carbohydrate 45 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 27 g

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

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN FOIL PACKETS



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If you want dinner on the table in about 20 minutes and no clean up, this low fat Southwestern-style chicken in foil is the answer. When you seal the food in the packs, be sure to leave some space for air to circulate inside. Be careful when unsealing the packs after cooking, as the escaping steam will be very hot.

Provided by Meghan

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 sheets aluminum foil, wrap (12X18)
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup chunky salsa
1 cup black beans or 1 cup dark red kidney beans
1 cup frozen sweetcorn

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Rinse chicken breasts and pat dry. Place one chicken breast in the middle of each sheet of foil wrap or parchment paper. Spoon one fourth of the salsa, black beans and sweetcorn on each of the four chicken breasts.
  • Seal each pack by bringing up sides and folding the top edge over twice. Seal the edges in the same way, leaving enough room for heat to circulate inside.
  • Place packs on a cookie sheet and cook for 20 minutes. Unseal packs carefully.

Tips:

  • To make the chicken pockets ahead of time, cook the chicken and vegetables according to the recipe, but do not assemble the pockets. Store the chicken and vegetables separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, assemble the pockets and bake according to the recipe.
  • For a vegetarian version of this recipe, omit the chicken and add more vegetables, such as zucchini, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
  • To make the pockets even more delicious, try using a flavored tortilla, such as spinach or tomato basil.
  • Serve the chicken pockets with your favorite dipping sauce, such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

Southwest chicken pockets are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients, you can have a tasty and satisfying meal on the table in no time.

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