Low Sodium Homemade Chicken Pastry

Discover the comforting flavors of Low Sodium Homemade Chicken Pastry—a lighter twist on a Southern classic perfect for those watching their sodium intake. This heartwarming dish features tender shredded chicken simmered in a fragrant, homemade broth infused with natural aromatics like celery, carrot, onion, and garlic. Hand-cut pastry squares, made from scratch, are gently cooked to perfection in a low-sodium chicken broth, creating a rich and creamy texture without the need for extra salt. Enhanced with a touch of fresh parsley and black pepper, this recipe strikes a perfect balance between wholesome and indulgent. Ready in just two hours, it's a family-friendly meal designed to satisfy cravings without compromising on health.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 8 cups Water
• 2 pieces Celery stalks
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 4 cups Low sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Parsley
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts in a large pot and add the water until the chicken is completely covered.

Step 2

Add the celery stalks, carrot, onion, garlic cloves, black peppercorns, and bay leaf to the pot.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 45 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the chicken from the pot, strain the broth, and set it aside. Discard the vegetables and spices.

Step 5

Once cooled, shred the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.

Step 6

In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour with 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 7

Gradually add cold water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the dough comes together.

Step 8

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and roll out to about 1/8-inch thickness.

Step 9

Cut the dough into 2-inch squares to form the pastry.

Step 10

In a large pot, combine the reserved chicken broth and chicken pieces with additional low sodium chicken broth.

Step 11

Bring to a simmer and add the dough squares, a few at a time, ensuring they don't stick together.

Step 12

Gently stir in remaining 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the pastry is tender.

Step 13

Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 14

Let it sit for a few minutes to thicken before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3863.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2252.9

Total Fat 87.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 481.8mg	0%
Sodium 2658.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 215.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 150.5g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 405.3mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 2703.6mg	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: 35.0%

Protein: 26.7%

Carbs: 38.2%