Classic Chicken Salad Sandwich

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

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.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 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

8 steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped cooked chicken breast, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, Dijon mustard, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

2. Mix all the ingredients together until the chicken is well-coated and the mixture is well-blended.

3. Taste the chicken salad and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt or pepper to preference.

4. Place 4 slices of whole wheat bread on a clean surface or cutting board.

5. Evenly divide the chicken salad mixture over the 4 bread slices.

6. Top each sandwich with a leaf of lettuce and tomato slices.

7. Complete each sandwich by placing another slice of bread on top.

8. Slice each sandwich in half diagonally and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (309.3g)

Calories		642
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		30.6 g	39%
	Saturated Fat	5.3 g	26%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		115 mg	38%
Sodium		943 mg	41%
Total Carbohydrate		43.6 g	16%
	Dietary Fiber	5.3 g	19%
	Total Sugars	7.7 g
Protein		46.7 g	93%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		115 mg	9%
Iron		4.0 mg	22%
Potassium		611 mg	13%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1105 cal (43.3%%)

Protein: 748 cal (29.3%%)

Carbs: 698 cal (27.4%%)