Cheesy Chicken Crunch Pockets

40m
Serves 4
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Directions

  1. 1Heat a pan over medium heat.
  2. 2Add butter (or olive oil) and the chicken.
  3. 3Cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
  4. 4Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft.
  5. 5Add bell peppers, corn, salt, pepper, paprika, chili flakes, and garlic powder.
  6. 6Cook until the vegetables soften and everything smells fragrant.
  7. 7Pour in the cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  8. 8Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
  9. 9Wet the wrap with room-temperature water to make it flexible.
  10. 10Cut each wrap in half.
  11. 11Spoon the chicken filling onto one side of each piece.
  12. 12Add shredded cheese on top.
  13. 13Fold into tight triangles (or pockets).
  14. 14Arrange on a lined baking tray (grease the pan with oil (optional)).
  15. 15Sprinkle a little extra cheese on top if desired.
  16. 16Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 20-25 minutes, until deeply golden and crispy.
  17. 17Let rest for 5 minutes, then enjoy that crunch.

Ingredients

  • 3 sheets large flour tortillas
  • 10 oz chicken breast or thighs, finely chopped or small dice
  • 1 tsp butter or olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup corn (canned or frozen, thawed)
  • 0.33 cup heavy cream
  • 7 oz shredded mozzarella (or cheddar blend)
  • to taste salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • optional chili flakes
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • optional fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

panbaking trayoven

Tips

  • Wet the wrap with room-temperature water to make it flexible.
  • Let rest for 5 minutes after baking before enjoying.