The following recipe is the result of putting together the only 3 items that I had in my refrigerator, (other than eggs and condiments) plus a few ingredients from my pantry. I thought it was delicious and I would definitely eat it again, so I decided to make it a recipe and share it with you.

After being away all summer and not yet having replenished my refrigerator, I was down to a half can of chicken, a small chunk of goat cheese and half an apple. I used the goat cheese and a little olive oil in place of mayo and then checked the pantry for some 'add-ins'. This versatile chicken "spread" can be served with apples, veggies, crackers, pretzels, pita chips, on a sandwich, or in a wrap, and is virtually ready to eat in minutes.

Healthy Chicken Spread

• 1 5-6 oz can good quality white meat chicken, drained
• 1/4 cup goat cheese
• 1 T olive oil
• 2 T dried cherries, coarsely chopped
• 2 T honey roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
• Salt and pepper
• Dried parsley flakes

1. Break up the chicken with a fork; mix with goat cheese and olive oil until combined.
2. Stir in cherries and peanuts.
3. Add a pinch of salt and a little black pepper.
4. Garnish with parsley flakes.
5. Chill until ready to eat.

Makes 2 small servings

Slym Cook says: I enjoyed this for lunch with apples, but I also see it as a quick and healthy alternative to the usual high calorie/low nutrition party dips and spreads. I hope this post inspires you to create your own tasty dishes using what you have on hand rather then going to the store!