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Lightweight & Budget-Friendly: Chicken-Stuffed Endive Bites Recipe

Lightweight & Budget-Friendly: Chicken-Stuffed Endive Bites Recipe

As a home cook with years of experience creating healthy meals, I've perfected this chicken-stuffed endive recipe. It's incredibly light on both calories and your wallet, yet packed with flavor. I first discovered it at a family dinner from my sister and have made it a staple ever since.

Serve these crunchy endive bites as an appetizer, starter, or main dish alongside rice for a complete meal. This easy, versatile recipe never disappoints.

Lightweight & Budget-Friendly: Chicken-Stuffed Endive Bites Recipe

Ingredients for 4 People

  • 4 slender endives
  • 400g chicken breast
  • 2 plain yogurts
  • 1 avocado
  • 4 radishes
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon mustard
  • Chopped chives
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

Prep: 15 min - Cook: 15 min

Lightweight & Budget-Friendly: Chicken-Stuffed Endive Bites Recipe

  1. Cook the chicken breasts in a dry frying pan until done.
  2. Meanwhile, wash the endives and separate the leaves.
  3. Rinse and thinly slice the radishes.
  4. Peel and dice the avocado.
  5. Once cooked, chop the chicken into small pieces. Combine with radishes and avocado in a bowl.
  6. Drizzle with half the lemon juice, season with salt and pepper.
  7. In another bowl, mix yogurt, mustard, chives, and remaining lemon juice.
  8. Fold the yogurt mixture into the chicken blend.
  9. Select 16 large endive leaves (4 per person) and fill generously with the mixture using a spoon.

Enjoy Your Dish

Your chicken-stuffed endives are ready to serve! Simple, fresh, light, and economical – indulge guilt-free without worrying about calories.

Ideal for anyone watching their weight.

Pro Tip

To reduce bitterness, core the endive base with a knife to remove the cone-shaped bitter part. Rinse briefly under water without soaking.

For extra color and flavor, add diced tomatoes or red bell peppers in season – just wash, chop, and mix in.

Affordable Ingredients Breakdown

  • 4 slender endives (around 600g): €3.49/kg = €2.09
  • 400g chicken breast: €8.50/kg = €3.40
  • 2 plain yogurts (250g): €1.14/kg = €0.28
  • 1 avocado: €0.80
  • 1 bunch radishes: €1.85
  • 1 lemon (100g): €3.60/kg = €0.36

€2.19 per serving (4 stuffed endives) or €8.76 total for 4.

Your Turn

Love stuffing endives with creative fillings? Share your favorite tips and variations in the comments below!