Classic Chicken Salad Sandwich
Elevate your lunch game with this flavorful and easy-to-make Classic Chicken Salad Sandwich! Packed with tender, chopped chicken breast, creamy mayonnaise, crunchy celery, and tangy Dijon mustard, this sandwich strikes the perfect balance of creamy and crisp. Fresh parsley and a splash of lemon juice add vibrant freshness, while red onion brings just the right amount of zing. Served on wholesome whole wheat bread with crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices, this recipe is both satisfying and packed with protein. Perfect for busy weekdays or picnic outings, this 15-minute chicken salad sandwich is a timeless favorite the whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, chopped
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Celery, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 8 slices Whole wheat bread slices
- 4 leaves Lettuce leaves
- 1 medium Tomato, sliced
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped cooked chicken breast, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, Dijon mustard, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Mix all the ingredients together until the chicken is well-coated and the mixture is well-blended.
Taste the chicken salad and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt or pepper to preference.
Place 4 slices of whole wheat bread on a clean surface or cutting board.
Evenly divide the chicken salad mixture over the 4 bread slices.
Top each sandwich with a leaf of lettuce and tomato slices.
Complete each sandwich by placing another slice of bread on top.
Slice each sandwich in half diagonally and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1610 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 105.3 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 457 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 1019 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 146.9 g | 294% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1735 mg | 37% | |
*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.
