Step 1: Prepare Your Dough

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

If you’re making your dough from scratch, start by mixing the warm water with yeast and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to activate the yeast. In a stand mixer, add the salt, flour, and olive oil, then pour in the yeast mixture. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes on medium speed until it becomes smooth, elastic, and not too sticky.

Once the dough is ready, form it into a ball and lightly coat it with olive oil. Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm area (like a turned-off oven) for about 30-90 minutes or until it’s doubled in size.

Step 2: Shape the Pizza Pockets

Once the dough is ready, divide it into 6 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rectangular shape on a lightly floured surface.

Spread about 1 tablespoon of Kalona SuperNatural® French Onion Dip onto each rectangle, leaving about an inch of space along the edges.

Step 3: Add the Filling

On top of the dip, add your cooked chicken, caramelized onions, and a generous handful of shredded cheese. Feel free to adjust the amount of cheese based on your preferences—more cheese is always a good idea!

Step 4: Fold and Seal

Fold the dough over the filling, like an envelope, or simply fold in half to create a pocket. Pinch the edges to seal the dough securely so none of the cheesy goodness escapes while baking.

Step 5: Prepare for Baking

Place the filled pockets onto a lined baking sheet. Brush each pocket with the egg wash (1 egg whisked with 1 tbsp of water). Make 3 small cuts on top of each pocket to allow steam to escape while baking.

Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and/or flaky sea salt to finish the pockets off with a little extra flavor and crunch.

Step 6: Bake

Pop the baking sheet into the oven and bake the pizza pockets for about 25 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and the cheese is bubbling inside.

Step 7: Cool & Enjoy

Let your French Onion Pizza Pockets cool for about 10 minutes before digging in. Serve them hot and enjoy every cheesy, caramelized bite!

Making Your Own Pizza Dough (Optional)

If you’d rather make your dough from scratch, it’s super easy! Here’s the recipe:

1. Activate the Yeast: Mix 250 ml of warm water with 2 tsp of active yeast and 2 tbsp of sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes.
2. Mix the Dough: In a stand mixer, combine 400 g of unbleached flour and 1 tsp of salt. Add the yeast mixture and 3 tbsp of olive oil. Knead for 5-7 minutes on medium speed until the dough is smooth and elastic.
3. Let It Rise: Form the dough into a ball and lightly coat with olive oil. Cover and let it rise in a warm place for 30-90 minutes or until doubled in size.