Picnic Basket Baguettes
Elevate your outdoor dining experience with these irresistible Picnic Basket Baguettes—perfectly crafted for al fresco meals or casual gatherings. These delightful sandwiches feature crusty, hollowed-out baguettes generously layered with tender shredded chicken, peppery arugula, sweet cherry tomatoes, and creamy Provolone cheese. A luscious spread of tangy Dijon mayo adds richness, while a light drizzle of homemade olive oil vinaigrette infuses vibrant, zesty flavor into every bite. Topped with fragrant fresh basil and carefully wrapped for easy transport, these baguettes make the ultimate fuss-free, gourmet picnic fare. Ready in just 15 minutes, they’re ideal for feeding a crowd with minimal effort. Your next picnic deserves this portable, flavor-packed upgrade!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Baguettes
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or sliced
- 2 cups Fresh arugula
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 slices Provolone cheese, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Slice the baguettes in half lengthwise and lightly hollow out the soft interior from the top halves (save these crumbs for another recipe if desired).
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until combined. Spread this mixture evenly on the cut sides of the baguette halves.
In another small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create a light vinaigrette dressing.
Layer the bottom halves of the baguettes with shredded or sliced cooked chicken breast.
Add the arugula on top of the chicken, followed by the cherry tomatoes and sliced Provolone cheese.
Drizzle the vinaigrette evenly over the layered ingredients for added flavor.
Top with fresh basil leaves for a fragrant and herby kick.
Place the hollowed top halves of the baguettes back onto the filled bottoms and press gently.
Wrap each baguette tightly in parchment paper or foil to hold everything together, making them perfect for transport to a picnic.
Slice each filled baguette into serving portions (typically in halves or thirds) just before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3562 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.0 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.2 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 546 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 6214 mg | 270% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 365.4 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.7 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.3 g | ||
| Protein | 230.6 g | 461% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1107 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 23.9 mg | 133% | |
| Potassium | 2643 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.
