Not only will this recipe help you create a golden pocket of dough that encases an extra cheesy chicken filling, but also make you feel like an accomplished baker and cook, Chef! These homemade pita pockets will become a firm family favourite after the first bite. Served with a marinated baby tomato, artichoke & greens salad to balance the indulgent creaminess with some freshness.
Serving guide
Choose your portion size.
MMMARINATED TOMATO
Preheat the oven to 180°C. To a salad bowl, combine a drizzle of olive oil and red wine vinegar, and toss through the baby tomatoes. Season and set aside.
FOR THE POCKETS & FILLING
Rest the dough ball/s on the countertop. Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel. When hot, fry the chicken until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. Remove from the pan, roughly chop, season, and set aside.
CREAMY, CHEESY Chicken
To a bowl, combine the Chicken, ½ the chives, jalapenos, cream cheese, and the cheddar. Season and mix to combine.
HOMEMADE GOODNESS
Dust a countertop with flour, then gently roll the dough ball/s into a round shape. Add the creamy filling to the one side of the dough. Fold the dough over, pinching the edges together to seal it.
BAKE UNTIL GOLDEN
Once the dough has rested slightly, lightly brush the top of the pastry with milk or egg. Place on a lightly greased roasting tray. Bake in the hot oven until golden, 20-25 minutes. Return to the oven.
ARTICHOKE SALAD
To the bowl with the marinated tomatoes, add the salad leaves, artichokes, and Cucumber.
PERFECT POCKET
Plate up the golden pockets, garnish with the remaining chives and serve with the fresh salad on the side. Wow, Chef - what a dinner!
MMMARINATED TOMATO
Preheat the oven to 180°C. To a salad bowl, combine a drizzle of olive oil and red wine vinegar, and toss through the baby tomatoes. Season and set aside.
FOR THE POCKETS & FILLING
Rest the dough ball/s on the countertop. Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel. When hot, fry the chicken until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. Remove from the pan, roughly chop, season, and set aside.
CREAMY, CHEESY Chicken
To a bowl, combine the Chicken, ½ the chives, jalapenos, cream cheese, and the cheddar. Season and mix to combine.
HOMEMADE GOODNESS
Dust a countertop with flour, then gently roll the dough ball/s into a round shape. Add the creamy filling to the one side of the dough. Fold the dough over, pinching the edges together to seal it.
BAKE UNTIL GOLDEN
Once the dough has rested slightly, lightly brush the top of the pastry with milk or egg. Place on a lightly greased roasting tray. Bake in the hot oven until golden, 20-25 minutes. Return to the oven.
ARTICHOKE SALAD
To the bowl with the marinated tomatoes, add the salad leaves, artichokes, and Cucumber.
PERFECT POCKET
Plate up the golden pockets, garnish with the remaining chives and serve with the fresh salad on the side. Wow, Chef - what a dinner!
MMMARINATED TOMATO
Preheat the oven to 180°C. To a salad bowl, combine a drizzle of olive oil and red wine vinegar, and toss through the baby tomatoes. Season and set aside.
FOR THE POCKETS & FILLING
Rest the dough balls on the countertop. Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel. When hot, fry the chicken until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. You may need to do this step in batches. Remove from the pan, roughly chop, season, and set aside.
CREAMY, CHEESY Chicken
To a bowl, combine the Chicken, ½ the chives, jalapenos, cream cheese, and the cheddar. Season and mix to combine.
HOMEMADE GOODNESS
Dust a countertop with flour, then gently roll the dough balls into a round shape. Add the creamy filling to the one side of the dough. Fold the dough over, pinching the edges together to seal it.
BAKE UNTIL GOLDEN
Once the dough has rested slightly, lightly brush the top of the pastry with milk or egg. Place on a lightly greased roasting tray. Bake in the hot oven until golden, 25-30 minutes. Return to the oven.
ARTICHOKE SALAD
To the bowl with the marinated tomatoes, add the salad leaves, artichokes, and Cucumber.
PERFECT POCKET
Plate up the golden pockets, garnish with the remaining chives and serve with the fresh salad on the side. Wow, Chef - what a dinner!
MMMARINATED TOMATO
Preheat the oven to 180°C. To a salad bowl, combine a drizzle of olive oil and red wine vinegar, and toss through the baby tomatoes. Season and set aside.
FOR THE POCKETS & FILLING
Rest the dough balls on the countertop. Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel. When hot, fry the chicken until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. You may need to do this step in batches. Remove from the pan, roughly chop, season, and set aside.
CREAMY, CHEESY Chicken
To a bowl, combine the Chicken, ½ the chives, jalapenos, cream cheese, and the cheddar. Season and mix to combine.
HOMEMADE GOODNESS
Dust a countertop with flour, then gently roll the dough balls into a round shape. Add the creamy filling to the one side of the dough. Fold the dough over, pinching the edges together to seal it.
BAKE UNTIL GOLDEN
Once the dough has rested slightly, lightly brush the top of the pastry with milk or egg. Place on a lightly greased roasting tray. Bake in the hot oven until golden, 25-30 minutes. Return to the oven.
ARTICHOKE SALAD
To the bowl with the marinated tomatoes, add the salad leaves, artichokes, and Cucumber.
PERFECT POCKET
Plate up the golden pockets, garnish with the remaining chives and serve with the fresh salad on the side. Wow, Chef - what a dinner!
Budget
What this meal costs at Woolies.
Estimated Woolies cost
R126.38
for 4 servings · R31.60 per serving
Pro-rated from each product's pack size. Effectively used; not the full pack price.
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Red Wine Vinegar needs 60 mlRed Wine Vinegar 250 ml 250 ml at R44.99 · 24% of packR10.80
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Cucumber needs 200 gMini Cucumbers 350 g 350 g at R31.99 · 57% of packR18.28
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Salad Leaves needs 80 gWhole Spinach 350 g 350 g at R19.99 · 23% of packR4.57
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Grated Cheddar Cheese needs 200 gBulk Cheddar Cheese 850 g 850 g at R169.99 · 24% of packR40.00
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Cream Cheese needs 160 mlMULTIGRAIN WAVES™ Chilli Cream Cheese Nibbles 30 g R17.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R17.99
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Sliced Pickled Jalapeños needs 80 gSliced Pickled Jalapeños 400 g 400 g at R59.99 · 20% of packR12.00
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Fresh Chives needs 10 gSour Cream and Chives Flavoured Potato Crisps 125 g 125 g at R21.99 · 8% of packR1.76
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Free-range Chicken Mini Fillets needs 600 gFree Range Chicken Stock Chunks Avg 800 g 800 g at R27.99 · 75% of packR20.99
Not in the Woolies basket — source these elsewhere:
- Baby Tomatoes
- Artichoke Quarters
- Cake Flour
- Fresh Dough Balls
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for DIY Jalapeño & Chicken Pocket?
The preparation time for DIY Jalapeño & Chicken Pocket with a fresh salad is between 25 and 45 minutes.
What is the total time required to make DIY Jalapeño & Chicken Pocket with a fresh salad?
The total time required to make DIY Jalapeño & Chicken Pocket with a fresh salad is between 40 and 60 minutes.
How many servings does DIY Jalapeño & Chicken Pocket provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in DIY Jalapeño & Chicken Pocket?
Artichoke Quarters, Baby Tomato, Cake Flour, Cheddar Cheese, Chicken, Cream Cheese, Cucumber, Fresh Chives, Fresh Dough Balls, Pickled Jalapeño, Red Wine Vinegar, Salad Leaves
What is the nutritional information of DIY Jalapeño & Chicken Pocket?
Calories: 1415, Carbs: 194 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 84.6 grams, Sugar: 17.3 grams, Salt: 2430 grams
How do I prepare DIY Jalapeño & Chicken Pocket?
PERFECT POCKET: Plate up the golden pockets, garnish with the remaining chives and serve with the fresh salad on the side. Wow, Chef - what a dinner! ARTICHOKE SALAD: To the bowl with the marinated tomatoes, add the salad leaves, artichokes, and cucumber. BAKE UNTIL GOLDEN: Once the dough has rested slightly, lightly brush the top of the pastry with milk or egg. Place on a lightly greased roasting tray. Bake in the hot oven until golden, 20-25 minutes. Return to the oven. HOMEMADE GOODNESS: Dust a countertop with flour, then gently roll the dough ball/s into a round shape. Add the creamy filling to the one side of the dough. Fold the dough over, pinching the edges together to seal it. CREAMY, CHEESY CHICKEN: To a bowl, combine the chicken, ½ the chives, jalapenos, cream cheese, and the cheddar. Season and mix to combine. FOR THE POCKETS & FILLING: Rest the dough ball/s on the countertop. Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the chicken dry with paper towel. When hot, fry the chicken until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. Remove from the pan, roughly chop, season, and set aside. MMMARINATED TOMATO: Preheat the oven to 180°C. To a salad bowl, combine a drizzle of olive oil and red wine vinegar, and toss through the baby tomatoes. Season and set aside.
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make DIY Jalapeño & Chicken Pocket?
Artichoke Quarters, Baby Tomato, Cake Flour, Cheddar Cheese, Chicken, Cream Cheese, Cucumber, Fresh Chives, Fresh Dough Balls, Pickled Jalapeño, Red Wine Vinegar, Salad Leaves
How many calories does DIY Jalapeño & Chicken Pocket have?
1415 calories
How much fat content does DIY Jalapeño & Chicken Pocket have?
grams