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Chicken Bacon Ranch – my favorite flavor combo ever! There’s just something about biting into a flaky, buttery pocket filled with savory, cheesy goodness. These chicken bacon ranch hot pockets are way better than anything you’ll find in the freezer aisle.
Loaded with tender chicken (white meat OR chicken thighs), crispy bacon jerky, and a creamy cheddar cheese filling, they’re the perfect answer to “what’s for dinner tonight?”
![Packages of thick-cut bacon, unsalted butter, puff pastry sheets, and a bottle of crushed black pepper are arranged on a wooden surface. For a chicken bacon ranch hot pockets recipe](https://cookingintheyard.com/wp-content/smush-webp/2025/02/IMG_3015-768x1024.jpeg.webp)
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Super quick prep time and easy steps.
- Bursting with flavor from the ranch seasoning, green onions, and crispy bacon jerky.
- Perfect for meals, snacks, or party appetizers—you can’t go wrong.
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Ingredients You’ll Need
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed and cut into 6 squares each
- 1 cup cooked, chopped chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup crispy, chopped bacon jerky
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
- 8 oz room temperature cream cheese
- 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
![Chopped chicken on a wooden cutting board with a silver knife. In the background, three green bowls hold shredded cheese, bacon bits, and chopped parsley.](https://cookingintheyard.com/wp-content/smush-webp/2025/02/IMG_3016-576x1024.jpeg.webp)
Instructions
Prep Time
- Heat oven to 400°F.
- Lay out the puff pastry squares on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chop the cooked chicken thighs, crispy bacon jerky, and green onions.
- In a large bowl, mix the room temperature cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chicken, bacon jerky, ranch seasoning, and green onions until combined.
![Six rectangular pieces of puff pastry dough are arranged on a wooden cutting board.](https://cookingintheyard.com/wp-content/smush-webp/2025/02/IMG_3017-768x1024.jpeg.webp)
Assembling the Pockets
- Spoon a heaping tablespoon of the chicken bacon ranch filling into the center of the tortilla-sized puff pastry square.
- Spread the mixture slightly, keeping it away from the edges.
- Place another pastry square on top and firmly pinch seams together.
- Use a fork to seal the edges, then brush pocket tops with the egg wash.
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Baking Time
- Arrange the pockets on the prepared cookie sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until they’re perfectly golden brown.
- Let them rest for about 5-10 minutes before serving.
![Three unbaked, rectangular pastries on a baking sheet, covered with a shiny egg wash. Edges are crimped with a fork, and the surface is smooth, ready for baking.](https://cookingintheyard.com/wp-content/smush-webp/2025/02/IMG_3019-768x1024.jpeg.webp)
Serving Suggestions
Serve these crispy chicken pockets with a side of ranch dressing for dipping, or leave me a comment below and let me know if you change it up!
They’re amazing for game days, casual get-togethers, or a quick fix when you need dinner on the table fast. Pair with a simple salad for a complete meal.
Recipe Notes & Pro Tips
- Want a little extra zing? Sprinkle in some black pepper or more ranch mix.
- Bake directly on a cookie sheet for extra crispiness.
- Don’t skip sealing the edges—it keeps the delicious filling from oozing out.
- If you’re short on time, rotisserie chicken works perfectly.
- Swap puff pastry for pizza dough if that’s what you have on hand.
- Cut the pockets into smaller pieces using a pizza cutter for party snacks.
![Three golden-brown puff pastry turnovers are arranged on a blue and white striped plate. One turnover is placed in the foreground on a wooden surface, showcasing its flaky texture and crimped edges.](https://cookingintheyard.com/wp-content/smush-webp/2025/02/IMG_3021-768x1024.jpeg.webp)
Other Recipes You’ll Love
- Smoked Bacon Jerky Twists – Easy Bacon Snacks Recipe
- Cinnamon Roll Bacon Twists Recipe – Easy Breakfast
- Easy Breakfast Pizza Recipe – Breakfast Pizza Biscuits
- Dr. Pepper Lil Smokies Recipe – Easy BBQ Appetizer
- Best Smoked Bacon Cheeseburger Shotgun Shells Recipe
Watch Me Make It
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Homemade Chicken Bacon Ranch Hot Pockets
Ingredients
- 2 Sheets Puff Pastry cut into 6 even squares
- 1 C Chicken Chopped
- 1/2 C Bacon cooked crispy, and chopped
- 2 TBSP Green onions
- 1 TBSP Ranch Seasoning
- 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
- 1/3 C Cheddar Cheese finely shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F
- Lay out defrosted puff pastry sheets and cut into 6 even-sized pieces.
- Prepare ingredients by chopping bacon, chicken and green onions
- In a mixing bowl combine softened cream cheese, with chicken, bacon, and ranch seasoning. Mix well to combine
- On one piece of puff pastry, scoop about a tablespoon full of the cream cheese mixture and spread evenly on puff pastry, being careful not to get the cream cheese mix on the edges.
- Place another piece of puff pastry on top and use a fork to make a tight seal all the way around.
- Place on baking sheet, and brush with egg wash. Use a sharp knife to cut 2 slits in the puff pastry to allow them to vent while cooking.
- Place in oven to bake for 15-20 minutes. Well they turn a golden brown color they are done.
- Allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
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