Kicked Up Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Transform your lunchtime routine with these Kicked Up Chicken Salad Sandwiches—a zesty twist on a classic favorite. Packed with tender shredded chicken, creamy mayo, and tangy Greek yogurt, this recipe gets its flavor boost from a dash of Dijon mustard, a splash of hot sauce, and the freshness of parsley, celery, and red onion. A squeeze of lemon juice brings brightness to every bite, while optional paprika adds a hint of smokiness. Served on your favorite bread with crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices, these sandwiches are perfect for a quick, satisfying meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, they’re ideal for meal prep, picnics, or whenever you’re craving a deliciously upgraded chicken salad sandwich.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
- 0.5 cup Celery, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 4 leaves Lettuce leaves (e.g., romaine or butter lettuce)
- 4 slices Sliced tomato
- 4 pieces Bread of choice (e.g., whole-grain, sourdough, or croissants)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded or diced cooked chicken, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and Dijon mustard.
Add the hot sauce, finely chopped celery, diced red onion, and chopped parsley to the bowl.
Squeeze in fresh lemon juice and season with salt and black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
Taste and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or hot sauce if desired for extra kick.
Optional: Sprinkle a pinch of paprika into the mixture for added smokiness and color.
Lay out your bread slices and add a lettuce leaf to the base of each. Place one slice of tomato on top of the lettuce.
Scoop a generous amount of the chicken salad mixture onto each prepared bread slice, spreading evenly.
Top with the remaining slices of bread to form sandwiches. If using croissants, slice them in half and fill accordingly.
Serve immediately or wrap the sandwiches tightly and refrigerate if preparing ahead. Pair with your favorite side, such as chips or a light salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.6 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 525 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 1900 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.2 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.6 g | ||
| Protein | 172.6 g | 345% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 447 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 2622 mg | 56% | |
*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.
