This Creamy Chicken Pimento Spread is a rich, flavorful topping for crackers — simple to make and perfect for parties, game day, or holiday gatherings.
If you enjoy chicken recipes, try our popular Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad for an easy, budget-friendly option ideal for lunches or potlucks.
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Mom’s recipe
My mom used to make this Creamy Chicken Pimento Spread — it’s the same filling she used for her Crescent Chicken Squares. Sometimes she served it as a spread with crackers, other times as part of a main dish. I loved it growing up and think you will, too.
It’s a great choice to serve at parties, the big game, or holiday gatherings.
For convenience, I often buy pre-cooked shredded chicken from the deli, but you can also use a rotisserie chicken, leftover cooked chicken, or roast chicken at home.
Other party spread recipes
I enjoy hosting, and these spreads are favorites for entertaining. Try a Blue Cheese Spread, Hot Caprese Dip, or Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Spread alongside this chicken pimento for a crowd-pleasing spread board.
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Creamy Chicken Pimento Spread Recipe
Creamy Chicken Pimento Spread
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded chicken
- 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon chopped pimento
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives or onion
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, chopped pimento, chives or onion, milk, melted butter, pepper, and salt.
- Stir until you reach the texture you prefer. For a smooth, pâté-like spread, stir longer. For a chunkier texture, mix lightly.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature with crackers.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate and will vary based on brands, portion sizes, and preparation methods.