Crispy Puff Pastry Pockets (Easy & Delicious!)

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Crispy Puff Pastry Pockets (Easy & Delicious!)

These little golden parcels are incredibly flaky on the outside and soft, flavorful on the inside. Perfect for parties, brunch, or a quick snack.

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Ingredients (Makes 24–30 pockets)

For the Pastry

  • 2 sheets puff pastry (or more depending on size)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

For the Filling – Creamy Chicken Mixture

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (or chopped)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp butter or oil
  • 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup cream cheese or ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp oregano (optional)

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Filling

  1. Heat butter in a pan.
  2. Add onions and sauté until soft.
  3. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Stir in shredded chicken.
  5. Add cream cheese and stir until creamy.
  6. Add cheese, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  7. Remove from heat and let cool completely.

Tip: A cool filling keeps the puff pastry from getting soggy.

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2. Prepare the Puff Pastry

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Cut each puff pastry sheet into 6–9 squares depending on size.
  3. Place 1 tbsp of filling in the center of each square.
  4. Bring the four corners to the middle and pinch to seal.
  5. Brush with egg wash for golden color.

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3. Bake

  • Place the pockets on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden, crispy, and puffed.

⭐ Variations (You can fill with anything!)

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Cheese Filling

  • 1 cup feta or cream cheese
  • ½ cup mozzarella
  • Parsley
  • Black pepper

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Potato Filling

  • 2 boiled potatoes, mashed
  • 1 onion sautéed
  • Paprika, cumin, salt, pepper
  • Add cheese if you like

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Ground Beef Filling

  • Cook 250g ground beef with onion, garlic
  • Add paprika, cumin, pepper, parsley
  • Optional: add a little grated cheese

📌 Tips for Perfect Golden Pockets

✔ Use cold puff pastry for best puffing

✔ Don’t overfill

✔ Seal the edges well

✔ Egg wash = perfect shine

✔ Serve warm for maximum flakiness

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