🥪 Creamy Chicken & Carrot Spread
Serves 4–6 | Prep: 10 min | No cook | Total: 10 min
🛒 Ingredients
2 cups (about 300g) cooked chicken, shredded or finely chopped
(rotisserie, grilled, or poached)
1 cup (100g) carrots, finely grated and lightly patted dry
½ cup (120g) Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise, or mix of both)
2 tbsp Dijon mustard (adds tang and depth)
1 tbsp lemon juice (brightens flavor)
¼ cup celery, finely diced (for crunch)
¼ cup red onion or green onion, minced (mild bite)
2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika (optional, for warmth)
Salt & black pepper to taste
Optional boosts:
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (enhances carrot sweetness)
½ tsp curry powder (for “curried chicken” vibes)
Chopped walnuts or pecans (for crunch)
🥣 Pro Tip: Squeeze excess moisture from grated carrots — keeps spread from getting watery.
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare Ingredients
Shred cooked chicken into small pieces.
Grate carrots and gently squeeze out extra liquid with a paper towel.
Dice celery and onions finely.
2️⃣ Mix the Base
In a large bowl, combine:
Greek yogurt (or mayo)
Dijon mustard
Lemon juice
Garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper
3️⃣ Combine Everything
Add chicken, carrots, celery, onion, and herbs.
Stir until fully blended and creamy.
Taste and adjust seasoning — maybe more lemon, salt, or herbs?
4️⃣ Chill & Serve
Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes — flavors meld beautifully when chilled.
Serve cold!
🍽️ Serving Ideas:
On whole-grain bread or croissants
In lettuce wraps or collard green rolls (low-carb!)
As a dip with cucumber slices, bell peppers, or crackers
Stuffed in tomatoes or avocados
🌈 Variations & Pro Hacks
🌱 Dairy-Free? Use vegan mayo + dairy-free yogurt
🌾 Gluten-Free? Naturally GF — just check labels on mayo/mustard
🍯 Sweet & Spicy: Add curry powder + a dash of cayenne
🧊 Make-Ahead Magic: Stores well for up to 5 days in an airtight container
❄️ Freeze It? Not recommended — texture changes after thawing
🥚 Egg Lover’s Twist: Fold in 1–2 chopped hard-boiled eggs for richness
🧠 Why This Works So Well
Carrots add moisture and natural sweetness — no sugar needed
Greek yogurt = high protein + tangy creaminess (lower fat than mayo)
Dijon + lemon cut through richness and balance flavors
Celery & onion give crunch and freshness
It’s like chicken salad grew up and went on a wellness retreat — but still knows how to have fun.
❤️ Final Thought: Sometimes, the Best Things Are Simple & Nourishing
You don’t need fancy ingredients or hours in the kitchen to make something truly satisfying.
Just good chicken, a rainbow of veggies, and a little love.
This Creamy Chicken and Carrot Spread proves that healthy eating doesn’t mean boring — it means flavor, texture, and joy in every bite.
So next time you’re staring into the fridge wondering what to make…
Grab that rotisserie chicken.
Grate those carrots.
And whip up a batch of something wholesome, colorful, and absolutely delicious.
Because great meals don’t always come hot.
Sometimes, they come chilled — and full of life. 💛