Creamy Chicken Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this rich and flavorful Creamy Chicken Spread, a quick and easy recipe perfect for any gathering. Made with tender cooked chicken breast, creamy mayonnaise, and tangy cream cheese, this spread achieves the perfect balance of texture and taste. A splash of lemon juice and a hint of Dijon mustard add a zesty punch, while freshly chopped green onions and parsley provide a vibrant, herbaceous finish. Seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, this versatile spread can be served with crackers, transformed into a delectable sandwich filling, or paired with fresh veggies for a satisfying snack. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with bold flavors, this dish is your go-to recipe for effortless entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Green onions
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Finely chop the cooked chicken breast into small pieces and place it into a large mixing bowl.
Add the mayonnaise and cream cheese to the bowl with the chopped chicken.
Pour in the lemon juice and add the Dijon mustard; stir well to combine the ingredients thoroughly.
Chop the green onions and parsley, and add them to the bowl.
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Using a spatula or large spoon, mix everything together until the spread is smooth and all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Taste the spread and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Transfer the chicken spread to a serving dish, cover, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the chicken spread with crackers, on bread as a sandwich, or as a dip for vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.0 g | 178% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.3 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 519 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 2199 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 118.7 g | 237% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 281 mg | 6% | |
*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.
