Chicken & Broccoli Pocket
Course: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy8
servings25
minutes25
minutesI first started making these stuffed pockets on days when I needed something quick but still wanted a homemade meal instead of takeout. I had leftover chicken, a few fresh vegetables, and some cheese, so I wrapped everything in dough and baked it just to see how it would turn out.
What came out of the oven surprised me—golden, crispy pockets filled with juicy chicken, melted cheese, and fresh crunch from the vegetables. It felt simple, but the flavor was really satisfying.
After testing it a few times, I realized how flexible and reliable this recipe is. You can change the filling easily, and it still comes out delicious every time.
It has now become one of my go-to quick meals, especially on busy days when I want something easy that still feels homemade and family-friendly.
Ingredients
1 cup chopped broccoli florets
2 cups cooked chicken shredded or chopped
1/2 cup diced red pepper
4 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 garlic clove, pressed
1/2 tsp salt
2 packages of refrigerated crescent dough
1 egg
1 Tbsp water
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, add broccoli, chicken, bell pepper, cheese, mayonnaise, garlic and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Unroll 1 package of crescent rolls. Rip the package into 4 squares using two rolls, pinch the perforation together to make one piece. On a flour prepared surface, roll the dough into a square shape. Add about 1/2 cup – cup of the mixture to the center. Bring the two opposite corners together and pinch, then bring the opposite corners together and seal the seams by pinching with your fingers.
- Continue this process on the rest of the dough and place the pockets on a greased pan.
- Whisk together the egg and water. Brush the mixture on the pockets to help them brown nicely. Place the pans in the oven and bake about 20-28 minutes. Remove when nicely browned.
Notes
- The mixture can be made the day before and assembled the next day before baking. Any leftovers will keep nicely in an air tight container or zipper bag. They can be reheated in the microwave.