Golden Chicken Puff Pastry Pockets 🥐🍗✨
These flaky little pockets come straight out of the oven golden, crisp, and filled with cozy savory goodness. They’re the kind of simple bake that feels special but fits right into an everyday kitchen.
Ingredients 🛒
- Puff pastry sheets (thawed)
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, finely chopped
- 1 onion, finely diced
- 1 carrot, small diced
- ½ cup corn kernels
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
Method 👩🍳
- Cook filling: Melt butter in skillet. Sauté onion, garlic, carrot, and corn until softened. Add chicken, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Stir well and let cool.
- Prepare pastry: Cut puff pastry sheets into squares. Place spoonful of filling in center.
- Seal pockets: Fold pastry over filling into triangles or rectangles. Press edges with fork to seal.
- Brush & bake: Brush tops with beaten egg. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Serve: Enjoy warm, straight from the oven, or pack for a cozy snack.
Tips
- Extra indulgence: Add shredded cheese to the filling for gooey richness.
- Variation: Swap chicken for turkey or mushrooms for a vegetarian version.
- Serving idea: Pair with a fresh salad or dipping sauce like garlic yogurt.
Details
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Bake Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: ~45 minutes
- Kcal: ~200 per pocket
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Golden Chicken Puff Pastry Pockets—flaky, savory, and cozy 🥐🍗✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you add cheese inside or keep it classic?”
- Rotating closers: “Save for your next cozy bake.” • “Tag a friend who loves puff pastry.” • “Golden pockets, savory comfort.”