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Easy Buffalo Chicken Pockets with Crescent Rolls

Close-up of golden baked buffalo chicken pockets, one cut in half revealing shredded chicken filling.
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Make these simple, handheld buffalo chicken pockets using crescent roll dough for a quick, cheesy, and spicy snack perfect for game day or weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (8 ounce) can refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (use your favorite brand)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, buffalo wing sauce, softened cream cheese, and shredded cheese. Mix until the filling is evenly combined.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean surface. Separate the dough into 8 triangles.
  4. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the buffalo chicken filling onto the wider end of each dough triangle, keeping the filling away from the edges.
  5. Fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle shape. Press the edges firmly together to seal. You can crimp the edges with a fork for extra security against leaks.
  6. Place the sealed pockets onto the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Brush the tops of each pocket lightly with the beaten egg wash. This helps them brown nicely.
  8. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crescent dough is golden brown and cooked through.
  9. Let the buffalo chicken bites cool slightly before serving warm with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Notes

  • For a make ahead option, assemble the pockets completely, place them on a baking sheet, cover, and refrigerate for up to 12 hours before baking. Add 2-3 minutes to the baking time if baking directly from the refrigerator.
  • If you prefer an air fryer buffalo chicken pockets recipe, cook them at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 8 to 10 minutes, checking halfway through to prevent burning.
  • You can substitute puff pastry for crescent rolls, adjusting the baking time as needed until the pastry is puffed and golden.

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