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Welcome to another flavorful journey in your kitchen! If you’re a fan of spicy, tangy, and easy-to-make meals, you’re in for a treat. Today, we’re diving into a recipe for Spicy Buffalo Chicken Pockets, which brings together the beloved flavors of buffalo sauce and cheesy chicken in a crispy, golden biscuit. These pockets are perfect for a quick weeknight meal, a game-day snack, or even as an appetizer for your next gathering. Let’s get started and discover just how easy and delicious these pockets are to make!

Ingredients

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3/4 pound ground chicken
1/3 cup Buffalo wing sauce
1 tube (16.3 ounces) large refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Blue cheese salad dressing, optional

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Instructions

Cook the Chicken: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large skillet, cook the ground chicken over medium heat until it’s no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Make sure to break the chicken into crumbles as it cooks, and once done, drain any excess fat.
Add Buffalo Sauce: After draining, remove the chicken from the heat and stir in the buffalo wing sauce. Make sure the chicken is well-coated with the sauce for maximum flavor.
Prepare the Biscuits: On a lightly floured surface, roll each biscuit into a 6-inch circle. You want these to be big enough to hold the chicken mixture without tearing.
Assemble the Pockets: Place 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture on one half of each biscuit. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of shredded cheddar cheese for that gooey, cheesy goodness.
Seal the Pockets: Fold the other half of the biscuit dough over the filling and pinch the edges together to seal. You can use a fork to crimp the edges for an extra-secure seal.
Bake to Perfection: Transfer the filled pockets to an ungreased baking sheet and bake in your preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown.
Serve and Enjoy: If desired, serve your Spicy Buffalo Chicken Pockets with a side of blue cheese salad dressing for dipping.

Notes

Make sure to roll out the biscuit dough evenly, so your pockets bake consistently.
For extra crispiness, you can brush the tops of the pockets with melted butter or an egg wash before baking.
If you prefer less heat, reduce the amount of buffalo wing sauce or opt for a mild sauce.