Heart-Healthy Creamy Chicken Spread

Indulge in the rich, satisfying flavors of our Heart-Healthy Creamy Chicken Spread, a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. Crafted with tender shredded chicken simmered in low-sodium broth, this spread gets its creamy consistency from a wholesome blend of plain Greek yogurt and low-fat cream cheese. Finely chopped celery, red bell pepper, and fresh parsley add a crave-worthy crunch and vibrant color, while a hint of lemon juice and garlic delivers a zesty, savory punch. Perfectly seasoned with just a touch of salt and pepper, this heart-conscious recipe is ideal for serving with whole grain crackers or crisp vegetable sticks. Ready in under an hour, this nutrient-packed spread is the ultimate healthy appetizer or snack that's as delicious as it is nourishing.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 large boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 4 ounces low-fat cream cheese
• 1 cup finely chopped celery
• 0.5 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 clove finely minced garlic
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons chives, chopped (optional for garnish)
• 0 whole grain crackers or vegetable sticks

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breast in a medium saucepan and cover with the low-sodium chicken broth.

Step 2

Bring the broth to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Step 3

Remove the chicken from the broth and let it cool slightly. Shred the chicken using two forks and set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt and softened low-fat cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Add the shredded chicken, finely chopped celery, chopped red bell pepper, chopped fresh parsley, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground black pepper, and salt to the mixing bowl.

Step 6

Mix all the ingredients together until they are thoroughly combined.

Step 7

Adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper to taste, if necessary.

Step 8

Cover and refrigerate the spread for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Before serving, garnish with chopped chives if desired.

Step 10

Serve the creamy chicken spread with whole grain crackers or fresh vegetable sticks for a heart-healthy snack or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1414.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1024.7

Total Fat 38.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 235.0mg	0%
Sodium 1833.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 23.9g
Protein 105.3g	0%

Vitamin D 10IU	0%
Calcium 667.4mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 2192.2mg	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: 34.8%

Protein: 42.6%

Carbs: 22.6%