Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Elevate your lunchtime routine with these classic and creamy Chicken Salad Sandwiches, perfect for a quick meal or picnic spread. This easy recipe combines tender, diced chicken breast and crunchy celery with a tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and a splash of fresh lemon juice for a perfectly balanced flavor. Finely diced red onion and fresh parsley add vibrant texture and freshness, while green leafy lettuce provides the perfect crisp base. Serve this versatile chicken salad tucked into soft sandwich bread, buttery croissants, or hearty rolls for a delicious, no-cook meal that’s ready in just 15 minutes. Whether enjoyed immediately or prepped ahead for meal planning, these sandwiches are a crowd-pleasing favorite, blending creamy, zesty, and savory flavors in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 2 stalks Celery
- 0.25 cups Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 pieces Bread (sandwich bread, croissants, or rolls)
- 4 leaves Green leafy lettuce
Instructions
Dice the cooked chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
Chop the celery into small slices and finely dice the red onion. Add them to the bowl with the chicken.
Finely chop fresh parsley and add it to the mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until evenly coated.
Taste the chicken salad mixture and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Lay out the bread of your choice and place a piece of green leafy lettuce on the bottom half of each piece.
Spoon a generous amount of chicken salad over the lettuce, spreading it evenly.
Top with the remaining bread pieces to form sandwiches.
Serve immediately or wrap in parchment paper and refrigerate until ready to eat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
541 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 117 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 834 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 43.1 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 466 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.
