Jalapeño Chicken Pockets

Name: Jalapeño Chicken Pockets with Cream Cheese
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 cups shredded cooked chicken; 8 oz pepper jack cheese, shredded; 4 jalapeños, finely chopped; 2 poblano peppers; 1 bunch green onions, chopped; 8 oz cream cheese; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 package lavash bread; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Jalapeño Chicken Pockets are a creamy, spicy handheld meal featuring shredded chicken and pepper jack cheese stuffed into lavash bread. The combination of jalapeños, poblano peppers, and cream cheese creates a rich, balanced heat that's simple enough for weeknight cooking.

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Total

40 min

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$20–$33

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

4 cups shredded cooked chicken
8 oz pepper jack cheese, shredded
4 jalapeños, finely chopped
2 poblano peppers
1 bunch green onions, chopped
8 oz cream cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1 package lavash bread
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakesoptional

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Instructions

1
Grate the pepper jack cheese into a bowl.
2
Finely chop the jalapeños.
3
Chop the green onions.
4
Char the poblano peppers over a gas flame until the skin is blistered all over. Place them in a covered bowl to steam for 10 minutes, then peel, seed, and chop them.
5
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped jalapeños and poblanos and sauté until softened.
6
Add the shredded chicken to the skillet.
7
Stir in the cream cheese and mix until it melts and is well combined.
8
Add the sour cream and stir to combine.
9
Stir in the chopped green onions and shredded pepper jack cheese.
10
If desired, sprinkle in the crushed red pepper flakes for extra heat.
11
Stir everything together until the cheese is melted and the filling is creamy. Remove from heat.
12
Cut the lavash bread into large rectangular pieces.
13
Spoon a portion of the chicken filling onto one end of a lavash rectangle.
14
Fold the sides of the lavash over the filling, then roll it up tightly to form a pocket.
15
Repeat with the remaining filling and lavash bread. Serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Finely chop jalapeños and remove seeds for heat control; leave seeds in for spicier pockets.
Ensure the filling is cool before wrapping to prevent the lavash from becoming too soft.
Seal pockets by folding and lightly pressing the edges; a damp finger helps the bread adhere.
Pan-fry over medium heat until both sides are golden and crispy (2–3 minutes per side); this prevents a soggy interior.

Substitutions

Pepper jack cheese → sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack (milder flavor)
Poblano peppers → bell peppers or additional jalapeños (less earthy, more heat)
Lavash bread → flour tortillas or thin naan (texture will differ slightly)
Sour cream → Greek yogurt (tangier, lower fat)

Storage & make-ahead

Refrigerate cooked pockets in an airtight container up to 3 days; reheat in a skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side. Store uncooked assembled pockets up to 24 hours before cooking.

Common Questions

Can I make Jalapeño Chicken Pockets ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble the pockets, wrap individually in plastic wrap, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Pan-fry from cold, adding 1–2 minutes to cooking time.

What can I use instead of lavash bread?

Flour tortillas, thin naan, or pita bread work as substitutes. Adjust cooking time slightly based on thickness.

How spicy are these pockets?

Heat level is moderate—jalapeños and red pepper flakes provide warmth, but cream cheese and sour cream temper the intensity. Remove jalapeño seeds for milder pockets.