Parmesan Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Elevate your lunchtime game with these irresistible Parmesan Chicken Salad Sandwiches! This quick and easy recipe combines tender shredded chicken with creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, zesty lemon juice, and a savory kick from grated Parmesan cheese. Crisp celery and fresh parsley add texture and brightness, while a touch of salt and black pepper perfectly season the mix. Layered on your favorite bread with fresh lettuce and juicy tomato slices, these sandwiches are a harmonious blend of creamy, crunchy, and savory flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is perfect for everything from weekday lunches to casual gatherings. Try it with sourdough, ciabatta, or a crusty sandwich roll and discover your new go-to chicken salad recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded)
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Celery (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 slices Bread of choice (e.g., sandwich rolls, sourdough, ciabatta)
- 4 large leaves Lettuce leaves
- 1 large Tomato (sliced)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Stir until well mixed.
Add the finely diced celery and chopped parsley to the bowl. Mix again to evenly incorporate the vegetables and herbs.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Lay out the bread slices or sandwich rolls. On the bottom half of each slice or roll, place a lettuce leaf and a slice of tomato.
Scoop a generous portion of the Parmesan chicken salad onto the lettuce and tomato layer.
Top with the other slice of bread or the top half of the roll to complete the sandwich.
Serve immediately or refrigerate the chicken salad (without assembling the sandwich) for up to 2 days for later use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.3 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.8 g | 109% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 563 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 4895 mg | 213% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.2 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 187.8 g | 376% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 682 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 2334 mg | 50% | |
*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.
