Delicious and versatile.

Delicious and versatile, these chicken packets embody culinary ingenuity by seamlessly uniting a medley of flavors within a portable, flaky pouch. Tender chunks of seasoned chicken intermingle with a vibrant array of options, enriched by the creamy indulgence of cream cheese. Encased in golden crescent roll or puff pastry, these packets are culinary canvases, easily adaptable to personal tastes—whether infused with aromatic herbs, spicy accents, or diverse veggies. Perfectly sized for on-the-go satisfaction or elegant appetizers, these delectable parcels redefine the art of handheld gastronomy, promising a symphony of textures and tastes in every delightful bite. Chicken packets are a delicious and convenient way to enjoy a savory filling encased in a flaky pastry.

Ingredients

For the Filling

• 2 cups skinless chicken breasts, cooked and chopped
• 1 3-ounce package cream cheese
• 1 tablespoon chives, chopped
• 2 tablespoons milk
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• alternate meats, veggies, shredded cheeses and seasoning can be added as desired

For the Pastry

• 2 sheets refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 crescent rolls) or puff pastry
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1/2 cup crushed seasoned crouton crumbs

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
2. Prepare the Filling
   • In a bowl, combine the chicken, chives, cream cheese, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Roll Out the Dough
   • If using crescent roll dough, unroll the dough and separate it into rectangles (sealing together 2 crescent rolls for bottom, 2 for top). If using puff pastry, roll out the sheets.
4. Assemble the Packets
   • Spoon the chicken filling onto one half of each rectangle or pastry sheet.
   • Fold the other half over the filling, creating a rectangle shape. Press the edges to seal.
5. Brush with Egg Wash and Sprinkle with Crouton Crumbs
   • Place the chicken pockets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
   • Brush the tops of the pockets with melted butter and sprinkle with crouton crumbs for a golden finish.
6. Bake
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
7. Serve
   • Allow the chicken pockets to cool slightly before serving.

These chicken packets are versatile and can be customized with your favorite ingredients. Serve them as a tasty snack, appetizer, or part of a meal. Enjoy the flaky pastry and savory filling!