Best 6 Chicken Salad Sandwich Mix With Apples And Cranberries Recipes

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Chicken salad is a classic lunchtime staple that is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Mix together cooked chicken, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and seasonings, and you have a delicious chicken salad. But why stop there? Take your chicken salad up a notch by adding some sweet and tart apples and dried cranberries. This combination of flavors and textures is sure to please everyone at your next gathering, and the best part is, it can be made ahead of time. In this article, we'll provide you with a step-by-step guide to making the perfect chicken salad sandwich mix with apples and cranberries, along with some tips for choosing the best ingredients and making it your own.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH MIX WITH APPLES AND CRANBERRIES



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This sandwich mix really says late summer or fall to me. But it's great anytime of the year for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.

Provided by sarahsjhs

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (12 1/2 ounce) can chicken breasts
1 large granny smith apple, peeled, cored, and diced
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1 stalk celery
1/3 cup light mayonnaise
1/3 cup light sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
pepper
4 flour tortillas

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, shret chicken.
  • Add apple, cranberries, and celery.
  • In small bowl mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
  • Stir dressing into chicken mixture.
  • Spoon onto tortillas, wrap, and enjoy.

BEST CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH



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Dried cranberries add a sweet tartness to chicken and vegetable salad. Makes a delightful sandwich filling too. Serve on whole wheat bread with turkey bacon.

Provided by peloquinswife

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup light mayonnaise
½ cup low-fat plain yogurt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 ½ cups dried cranberries
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup cubed green apple
1 cup sliced red grapes
1 cup chopped pecans
4 cups drained canned chicken
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix mayonnaise, yogurt, paprika, and seasoned salt together in a bowl; fold in cranberries, celery, apple, grapes, and pecans. Stir in chicken and season with black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 37.9 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 411.3 mg, Sugar 11 g

QUICK CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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This tasty, filling chicken sandwich is a great way to use up leftover cranberry sauce. It will brighten your day. -Michaela Rosenthal, Woodland Hills, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 sandwich buns, split
2 teaspoons butter, softened
2 teaspoons cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cooked chicken
1/3 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Place buns cut side up on an ungreased baking sheet. Spread butter over bun bottoms. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Spread cream cheese on bun tops., In a small bowl, combine the chicken, cranberry sauce, mayonnaise, onions and lemon juice. Spread over bun bottoms. Top each with a lettuce leaf; replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520 calories, Fat 20g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 697mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CRUNCHY CHICKEN APPLE SALAD SANDWICHES



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This is a great sandwich to have for a light lunch , even kids will like it. I found this in a Canadian living mag. last year and just found the recipe again in a box of papers. Hope that you enjoy it as much as I did.

Provided by bigbadbrenda

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 12 square, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 boneless chicken breast, skin removed
1/4 cup finely diced peeled apple
1 green onion, finely diced
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon curry powder (optional)
salt and pepper
6 slices bread
2 tablespoons butter, softened

Steps:

  • Pour water in pan to 3/4 in and bring to simmer.
  • Add chicken , cover and poach over med/low heat for about 12 -15 minutes.
  • Put on a plate and refrigerate till cool enough to handle. Then finely dice.
  • In a bowl stir all remaining ingredients including the chicken.
  • Butter the bread with the softened butter and spread 1 slice with the mixture. Top with remaining slice of bread. Trim the crust and cut the sandwich into triangles or squares for little hands.
  • If you want to make ahead , place on a baking sheet and cover with a damp cloth and cover tightly with plastic wrap for up to 24 hours.

CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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Cubed cooked chicken speeds assembly of these cute and filling chicken salad sandwiches. Dressed up with cranberries and served in dinner rolls, they're ready in no time in Sandra Sprinkle's Anniston, Alabama kitchen.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 tablespoons Miracle Whip Light
8 dinner rolls
8 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the chicken, cranberries, onion, celery, salt and pepper. Stir in Miracle Whip. , Cut tops off rolls; hollow out each roll, leaving a 1/2-in. shell. Line each with a lettuce leaf; fill with chicken salad. Replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 796mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RACHEL'S CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD



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This is a great sandwich filling that they make at the diner in the hospital where I work, but I fancied it up a bit with some green onions and pecans. A great way to use up leftover chicken. Delicious!

Provided by Rachel Mehl

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cooked chicken breast halves, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise, or to taste
2 green onions, chopped
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Ocean Spray® Craisins®)
¼ green apple, shredded
¼ cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon dried dill weed

Steps:

  • Mix together the chicken and mayonnaise in a bowl, stir to coat well, then stir in the green onions, dried cranberries, apple, pecans, lime juice, salt, pepper, and dill weed. Serve immediately, or refrigerate several hours or overnight (the flavor just gets better).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 46.1 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 187.1 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe apples and cranberries.
  • If you don't have fresh cranberries, you can use dried cranberries. Just be sure to rehydrate them in warm water before using.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, simply combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and cover it tightly. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  • When you're ready to serve, spread the salad on your favorite bread or crackers. You can also use it as a topping for salads or baked potatoes.
  • For a more festive presentation, you can garnish the salad with fresh parsley or chives.

Conclusion:

This chicken salad sandwich mix with apples and cranberries is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its sweet and tangy flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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