Chicken Apple Salad Sandwich
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this irresistibly fresh and flavorful Chicken Apple Salad Sandwich! Combining tender, diced chicken breast with crisp, sweet-tart apples, crunchy celery, and tangy green onions, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of textures and flavors. A creamy dressing made with a blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and a touch of lemon juice ties everything together, while optional mix-ins like dried cranberries and chopped nuts add a delightful burst of sweetness and nuttiness. Served on your choice of bread—be it buttery croissants, hearty multigrain, or classic sourdough—with a crisp lettuce layer for extra crunch, this sandwich is ideal for a quick lunch or meal on the go. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy and satisfying recipe is guaranteed to become a staple in your home. Keywords: chicken apple salad sandwich, quick lunch recipe, chicken salad sandwich, healthy sandwich ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 1 medium Apple (preferably a sweet-tart variety like Honeycrisp)
- 2 stalks Celery stalks
- 2 stalks Green onion
- 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cups Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cups Dried cranberries (optional)
- 0.25 cups Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 4 Lettuce leaves
- 4 slices Bread (such as croissants, multigrain, or sourdough)
Instructions
Dice the cooked chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Core and chop the apple into small cubes. You can leave the peel on for extra texture and color.
Thinly slice or finely chop the celery stalks and green onions.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken, chopped apple, celery, and green onions. If using dried cranberries and/or nuts, add them to the bowl as well.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Taste the salad and adjust seasonings if needed. Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
Place a lettuce leaf on each slice of bread or croissant to prevent the bread from becoming soggy.
Spoon a generous amount of the chicken apple salad onto the lettuce layer.
Top with the second slice of bread or fold the croissant over the salad filling.
Serve immediately, or wrap the sandwiches tightly and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2704 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 131.8 g | 169% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 410 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 2545 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 244.5 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 88.9 g | ||
| Protein | 144.1 g | 288% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 285 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1083 mg | 23% | |
*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.
