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Gooey Buffalo Chicken Pockets

Golden baked pockets stuffed with spicy buffalo chicken and melted cheese for a gooey, satisfying meal or snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 0.5 cup buffalo sauce
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 tbsp ranch seasoning optional
Dough & Topping
  • 1 package pizza dough
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Rolling Pin
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, mozzarella, cheddar, and ranch seasoning until combined.
  3. Roll dough into a rectangle and cut into equal portions.
  4. Place filling in the center of each piece, fold over, and seal edges with a fork.
  5. Mix melted butter with garlic and onion powder and brush over pockets.
  6. Bake 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Cool slightly and serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Notes

You can substitute rotisserie chicken for faster prep. Adjust spice level with mild or hot buffalo sauce.