Ingredients:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup cooked chicken breast, finely diced
  • 5 jalapeños, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 sheets refrigerated pizza dough
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 tbsp melted butter
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and garlic powder. Fold in the diced chicken, minced jalapeños, and bacon bits until the mixture is creamy and homogenous. Taste and add salt if needed.
  2. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and cut into 10 equal rectangles (approximately 4x6 inches). Place a generous tablespoon of filling in the center of each rectangle.
  3. Fold the dough over to create a pocket and use a fork to press the edges tightly to seal the filling.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place pockets on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Mix the beaten egg with melted butter and smoked paprika; brush this mixture evenly over the top of each pocket.
  6. Bake for 15–20 minutes until the crust is a deep golden brown.