Chicken pockets with cheese

Cookinero 9 Mar 2025

Chicken pockets with cheese and tomatoes are a hearty dish with low calorie content. Chicken pockets with cheese are a source of complete protein. Those who watch their figure but love to eat deliciously love to cook the "cheese pocket" fillet. Chicken pockets with cheese are cooked in the oven to preserve all the useful substances as much as possible. For pockets with mushrooms and cheese, you need to take fresh champignons. Pockets with cheese with strings of melted cheese look very appetizing.

How to cook Chicken pockets with cheese

Step 1

Chicken pockets with cheese

Cut the vegetables and mushrooms. Dice the mushrooms, tomato and onion. Finely chop the parsley.

Step 2

Chicken pockets with cheese

Fry the vegetables. Heat the frying pan, pour in the olive oil, add the mushrooms, fry for 7-10 minutes until the liquid evaporates. Add the onion to the pan and fry until translucent for 5-7 minutes over medium heat. Stir occasionally. Add salt and pepper. Turn off the heat.

Step 3

Chicken pockets with cheese

Prepare the meat. Make a pocket-shaped cut in each chicken fillet. Salt and pepper.

Step 4

Chicken pockets with cheese

Prepare the dish for baking. Take a baking dish and grease it with olive oil. Put the chicken in, fill the pockets with tomato pieces. Spread the mushroom and onion mixture over the tomatoes, sprinkle with parsley. Sprinkle the dish with grated cheese.

Step 5

Chicken pockets with cheese

Bake the meat. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Bake the dish for 25 minutes.

Chicken pockets with cheese - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can substitute the cheese with mozzarella, cheddar, or feta for different flavors. Mozzarella gives a stretchy texture, while feta adds a tangy taste.
Store the cooked chicken pockets in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 160°C (320°F) for best results.
Absolutely! Replace the chicken with portobello mushrooms or tofu pockets. Fill them with the same vegetable mixture and cheese for a delicious vegetarian version.
These go great with a fresh garden salad, garlic butter rice, or roasted vegetables like asparagus or zucchini for a balanced meal.
Yes, assemble the pockets but skip baking. Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking as directed.
Don’t overbake—stick to 25 minutes. You can also brush the fillets with a little olive oil before stuffing to lock in moisture.
Yes, but use half the amount (dried is more concentrated). Fresh parsley adds better flavor, so it’s ideal if available.
Reheat in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10-12 minutes to maintain crispness. Avoid microwaving, as it can make the cheese rubbery.

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