Leftover Chicken Breast Recipes
Transform leftover chicken into a creamy, comforting skillet meal with Greek yogurt, herbs, and spices. This easy, flexible recipe comes together in minutes and turns yesterday’s chicken into a brand-new weeknight favorite.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Spatula
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt add off heat to avoid curdling
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese optional, for melt and richness
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley or cilantro chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add diced onion and sauté for about 4 minutes until soft and golden.
- Add garlic and smoked paprika. Stir and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the chopped leftover chicken. Toss well to coat in the spices and oil.
- Stir in Dijon mustard and Greek yogurt. Mix gently until the sauce becomes creamy and coats the chicken. If too thick, add a splash of water or broth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. If using cheese, sprinkle it over and cover for 1–2 minutes to melt.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro and serve warm.
Notes
This recipe is great for using up rotisserie or baked chicken. Add lemon juice for brightness or crushed red pepper for a little heat. Serve with grains, veggies, or in wraps depending on your mood.
Nutrition
Calories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg
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