Southwest Chicken Bundle

Elevate your dinnertime with these irresistible Southwest Chicken Bundles—flaky crescent roll dough wrapped around a bold and savory filling bursting with tender diced chicken, black beans, sweet corn, zesty red bell pepper, and gooey cheddar cheese. Infused with the smoky warmth of chili powder and cumin, these golden-brown bundles are brushed with an egg wash for a beautiful finish. Perfectly baked in just 25 minutes, they're as easy to make as they are delicious. Serve these Tex-Mex-inspired hand pies as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a family-friendly main course, or a snack paired with salsa or sour cream for dipping. Quick, flavorful, and packed with vibrant southwest flair, this recipe is a guaranteed hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Sweet corn kernels (canned or frozen)
• 1 half Diced red bell pepper
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Diced green onions
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 1 can Refrigerated crescent roll dough
• 1 large Egg (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, chili powder, and ground cumin on both sides.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are no longer pink in the center. Remove from the skillet, let them cool, and dice them into small cubes.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken, black beans, corn, diced red bell pepper, shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, and cilantro. Mix until evenly combined.

Step 5

Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into 4 rectangular sheets by pressing the perforations together. Roll each sheet out slightly with a rolling pin to make it a little larger.

Step 6

Spoon approximately 1/4 of the chicken mixture into the center of each dough rectangle.

Step 7

Fold the corners of the dough over the filling, pinching the edges together to seal and form a bundle. Place the bundles seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush the top of each bundle with the egg wash to give it a golden finish.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10

Allow the bundles to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Southwest Chicken Bundles with a dollop of sour cream or salsa on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1341.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2569.0

Total Fat 124.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 602.9mg	0%
Sodium 5709.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 182.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.1g	0%
Total Sugars 41.4g
Protein 181.9g	0%

Vitamin D 44.5IU	0%
Calcium 1016.1mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 2373.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.4%

Protein: 28.3%

Carbs: 28.3%