Chicken Salad for Sandwiches
Transform your sandwich game with this classic Chicken Salad for Sandwiches recipe, a quick and easy dish that's perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Made with tender cooked chicken breast, crisp celery, and a touch of red onion, this creamy salad is elevated with Dijon mustard, fresh parsley, and a splash of lemon juice for a tangy kick. Ready in just 15 minutes, this chicken salad comes together effortlessly with pantry staples like mayonnaise, salt, and black pepper, making it a go-to recipe for busy days. Whether you’re packing a picnic or meal prepping for the week, this flavorful chicken salad is a versatile filling that pairs beautifully with soft sandwich bread or hearty whole grains. Pro tip: Chill it for 20 minutes before serving to maximize flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast
- 0.5 cups mayonnaise
- 2 stalks celery
- 0.25 cups red onion
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 8 slices sandwich bread
Instructions
Dice the cooked chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the celery and red onion. Add them to the bowl with the chicken.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the chicken, celery, and onion mixture. Stir well to combine and ensure everything is coated evenly.
Chop the fresh parsley and stir it into the chicken salad for added freshness and flavor.
Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more salt or pepper to preference.
Chill the chicken salad in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
When ready to serve, spread the chicken salad evenly onto 4 slices of bread and top with the remaining bread slices to make sandwiches.
Cut the sandwiches diagonally if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2065 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.0 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 404 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 3185 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.6 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 127.8 g | 256% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 301 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 455 mg | 10% | |
*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.
