Best 5 Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad Sandwiches Recipes

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When it comes to delicious and refreshing summer meals, few dishes fit the bill quite like a classic chicken salad sandwich. And when you add the tart sweetness of cranberries and the crunch of walnuts to the mix, you have a flavor combination that's sure to tantalize your taste buds. If you're looking for the best recipe to make a mouthwatering cranberry walnut chicken salad sandwich, then you're in the right place. We've gathered a collection of the most delightful recipes from across the web, featuring a variety of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more. From simple and straightforward to delightfully complex, these recipes offer something for every level of culinary expertise. So, let's dive in and discover the perfect recipe for your next cranberry walnut chicken salad sandwich extravaganza!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY-WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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I made these simple yet special cranberry walnut chicken salad sandwiches for a birthday party. Tangy cranberries and crunchy celery pep up the chicken. Leftover turkey works well, too. -Shannon Tucker, Land O' Lakes, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons honey Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cubed rotisserie chicken
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
8 lettuce leaves
16 slices pumpernickel bread

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard and pepper. Stir in the chicken, cheese, celery, cranberries, walnuts and parsley., Place lettuce on 8 slices of bread; top each with 1/2 cup chicken salad. Top with remaining bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 469mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

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

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

CRANBERRY WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD



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Make and share this Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by john_audreyhorton1

Categories     Fruit

Time 40m

Yield 7-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 dash salt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons honey dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Stir together all ingredients.
  • Serve over bed of spinach or with whole grain bread for sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.7, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 34.4, Sodium 177.6, Carbohydrate 5.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.6, Protein 10.9

CRANBERRY WALNUT CHICKPEA SALAD SANDWICH



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Delicious but with a sweet flair that you'll fall in love with! This will hit the spot and satisfy your craving for a chunky, sweet, peppery, crunchy style sandwich. Full of texture and flavor, it's a hearty salad that will comfort you and leave you feeling completely satisfied. This can be served as a traditional or open faced sandwich. Or simply serve on a bed of lettuce and skip the bread. I use regular mayo when I don't have vegan. From The Simple Veganista.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 3-4

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups cooked garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed (or 2 15 oz. cans)
1 cup celery, diced
1/2 cup dried cranberries (chopped fresh would be great too)
1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped (or pecans)
1/2 cup scallion, thinly sliced, white & green parts (green onions)
sea salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste (I used about 1/2 teaspoon each)
6 tablespoons tahini (1/3 cup, or vegan mayo)
4 tablespoons cider vinegar (1/4 cup- or champagne, white wine vinegar)
2 tablespoons water (only needed if using tahini)
2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
lettuce, of choice
bread, of choice

Steps:

  • Start by mixing your dressing. In a small bowl combine tahini/mayo, vinegar, water and maple syrup. Set aside so the flavors come together. This can be made a day or two ahead and stored in the refrigerator until ready to use. Add a tad more water, or vinegar if your a vinegar lover, to thin out dressing as desired. If using vegan mayo, you may like to add 2 more tablespoons.
  • In a medium to large bowl, add your garbanzo beans and roughly mash with a strong fork or potato masher. Add in celery, cranberries, nuts, scallions, salt, pepper and dressing, mix well. Serve at room temp or let chill in the refrigerator for an hour before serving.
  • Serve on your favorite bread as a closed or open faced sandwich, or on a bed of leafy greens. You may even opt to simply enjoy the salad as is.
  • Notes:.
  • Add extra of anything you like, and vice versa if your not keen on an ingredient use less or omit!
  • Change up the walnuts, using pecans, almonds, sunflower seeds, etc. If using sunflower seeds, use half the amount called for.
  • For the dressing, if using vegan mayo, adjust accordingly adding more mayo as needed, maybe 1/2 cup instead of 1/3. I do recommend trying this reicpe with tahini -- it is seriously so good that you would never know and it is much better/cleaner for you than the store bought mayos!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 618.2, Fat 30, SaturatedFat 3.5, Sodium 771.9, Carbohydrate 72.2, Fiber 16.4, Sugar 5, Protein 20.8

Tips:

- Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they should be thawed and drained before using. - Coarsely chop the walnuts so that they add texture to the salad. Alternatively, slice them to add a different flavor of texture. - For a creamy salad, use full-fat mayonnaise or yogurt. For a lighter salad, use low-fat or fat-free mayonnaise or Greek yogurt. - Add celery and onion for a classic chicken salad flavor. - Experiment with different types of bread for the sandwiches. Croissants, baguettes, and sourdough are all good options. - Serve the sandwiches with a side of chips, fruit, or salad.

Conclusion:

Cranberry walnut chicken salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its sweet and tangy flavor, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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