Let's talk about the unsung hero of meal prep: the humble spread. It's not quite a salad, not quite a dip, but somehow more than the sum of its parts. This creamy chicken and carrot spread is exactly that kind of quiet triumph—the thing you make when you have leftover chicken, a lone carrot in the crisper, and a craving for something simple, nourishing, and genuinely delicious.
The Ingredients
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2 cups cooked chicken, finely shredded or chopped (rotisserie chicken is perfect)
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1 cup cooked carrots, mashed or very finely chopped (about 2-3 medium carrots)
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½ cup cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)
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1 small shallot or 2 tablespoons red onion, minced very finely
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (about half a lemon)
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½ teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste
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¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Optional Flavor Boosters:
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard – for a gentle tang
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1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, chopped – for brightness
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¼ teaspoon smoked paprika – for warmth
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A pinch of cayenne – for a subtle kick
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1 tablespoon chopped chives – for mild onion flavor
The Method: Simple, Fast, Forgiving
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