Description
Delight in the fresh and satisfying taste of a classic chicken salad sandwich. Tender, shredded chicken mingles with crisp vegetables and a creamy dressing, all nestled between slices of your favorite bread. Perfect for picnics, quick lunches, or casual dinners, this versatile dish is easy to prepare and can be customized to suit any palate. Every bite offers a delightful crunch and an explosion of flavors that will have you coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked shredded boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 4 large lettuce leaves (iceberg or romaine)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Poach chicken breasts in boiling salted water for about 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Let cool before shredding.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Finely chop celery and red onion to ensure even distribution in the salad.
- Add shredded chicken and chopped veggies to the dressing. Stir gently to coat evenly.
- Spread chicken salad on one slice of bread and layer with lettuce. Top with another slice of bread.
- Cut sandwiches diagonally and serve immediately with chips or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg