Heart-Healthy Chicken Bread

Introducing our delicious and nutritious Heart-Healthy Chicken Bread, a wholesome twist on a classic comfort food! Featuring a soft, homemade dough made with whole grain flour and subtly sweetened with honey, this bread is packed with a flavorful filling of tender, diced chicken breast, vibrant spinach, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic rosemary. Designed with heart health in mind, this recipe skips the heavy fats and uses extra-virgin olive oil and low-sodium chicken broth for guilt-free indulgence. Perfect as a hearty snack, light lunch, or crowd-pleasing party dish, this satisfying loaf is baked to perfection for a golden, crusty exterior and a soft, savory interior. Ready in under two hours, this easy-to-follow recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy, homemade treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole grain flour
• 1 cup warm water
• 1 packet active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 cup skinless chicken breast
• 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup chopped spinach leaves
• 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon rosemary
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, dissolve honey and yeast in 1 cup of warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until bubbly.

Step 2

Add the olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually stir in the whole grain flour until a dough begins to form.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place it in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 4

While the dough is rising, cook the chicken breast. Dice the chicken breast into small pieces and cook it over medium heat in a non-stick skillet with the chicken broth until no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 5

Add spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, rosemary, garlic powder, and ground black pepper to the cooked chicken. Cook together for another 2-3 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Step 6

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 1/2-inch thick.

Step 8

Spread the chicken and spinach mixture evenly over the dough. Carefully roll the dough, starting from the long edge, to form a log shape.

Step 9

Place the roll on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, seam-side down. Gently tuck the ends under to seal.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

Step 11

Allow the bread to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy the heart-healthy chicken bread as a nourishing meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1163.2 grams (1163.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1671

Total Fat 43.60g	56%
Saturated Fat 7.60g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 197mg	66%
Sodium 1624mg	71%
Total Carbohydrate 218.70g	80%
Dietary Fiber 36.00g	129%
Total Sugars 30.00g
Protein 119.10g	238%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 378mg	29%
Iron 20mg	109%
Potassium 3403mg	72%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.5%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 50.2%