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This delightful and easy-to-make recipe for chicken enchilada crescent pockets is a quick fix for lunch, dinner, or anytime you’re craving south-of-the-border flavors. These savory pockets are filled with tender, seasoned chicken, flavorful Old El Paso™ enchilada sauce, and gooey melted cheese, all wrapped in flaky Pillsbury™ crescent roll dough. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer for your next gathering.
We will guide you through the simple steps of preparing the chicken filling, assembling the crescent pockets, and baking them to golden perfection. Additionally, you’ll get tips for customizing the recipe to suit your taste preferences.
Whether you're a fan of Mexican cuisine or simply looking for a delicious and convenient meal option, these chicken enchilada crescent pockets are sure to become a family favorite. Get ready to enjoy the irresistible combination of zesty chicken and melty cheese in a convenient handheld package!
This easy crescent roll enchilada pocket recipe comes together quickly and easily, with just a few steps. Be sure to follow the recipe and tips below, for a chicken enchilada crescent pocket you’ll find yourself making time and time again.
Make the Filling
In a medium bowl, combine the chicken, cheese, and enchilada sauce.
Press and Fold
Separate dough into rectangles and place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Press the perforation lines on the crescent roll dough to seal completely. Top short side of each rectangle half with some of the chicken mixture. Fold dough from top over filling, firmly pressing edges with fork to seal. With fork, prick top of each to allow steam to escape.
Bake and Serve
Bake until deep golden brown. Serve warm.
These chicken enchilada pockets are best eaten soon after coming out of the oven when they’ll be at their hot, flaky best. If you happen to have leftover crescent pockets, be sure to wrap and store any remaining within 2 hours of it being served. If it’s out on the counter longer than that, it has the potential to cause food-borne illness. You can safely store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. We don’t suggest freezing leftovers. To reheat your enchilada crescent pockets, place them on a baking sheet in a 300°F oven for 5 to 10 minutes until heated through.
Crescent pockets are so quick, versatile, and irresistibly delicious that we know you’ll want to try out some of our other pocket recipes. Here are a few of our most popular ones!
Crescent Pizza Pockets: Packed with pepperoni, cheese and pizza sauce, it’s no wonder they’re so popular!
BBQ Chicken Crescent Pockets: When you’re in the mood for BBQ, this pocket, stuffed with sauce-slathered chicken, is sure to please.
Taco-Stuffed Crescent Pockets: Everything you love about a taco, stuffed into a crescent.
Air Fryer Grilled Cheese and Ham Crescent Pockets: The possibilities are endless when it comes to cooking with an air fryer, and these pockets are sure to become a family favorite.
Sliced green onions or chopped cilantro make a nice garnish for these crescent pockets.
To bring a little more heat to your chicken enchilada crescent pockets, try using Old El Paso™ Hot Red Enchilada Sauce. You can also substitute pepper Jack cheese for the cheddar in this recipe.
| Food Component / Nutrient | Amount | % , Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 47% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | % Value Not Available |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1&½g | % Value Not Available |
| Omega-3 | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 880mg | 37% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Soluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Insoluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Sugars | 7g | % Value Not Available |
| Protein | 21g | % Value Not Available |
| Vitamin D | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Calcium | Value Not Available | 15% |
| Iron | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Potassium | 120mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Vitamin C | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Vitamin E | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Thiamin | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Riboflavin | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Niacin | Value Not Available | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Folic Acid | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value Not Available | 6% |
| Phosphorus | Value Not Available | 20% |
| Magnesium | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Zinc | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Manganese | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Selenium | Value Not Available | 20% |
| Copper | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Beta-Carotene | Value Not Available | % Value Not Available |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | ||
