Best 9 Easy Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipes

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Craving a quick and delectable lunch option? Look no further than the easy chicken salad sandwich! This classic culinary delight combines succulent chicken, creamy mayonnaise dressing, and an array of flavorful ingredients to create a sandwich that tantalizes the taste buds. Whether you prefer a traditional recipe or a modern twist, there's an easy chicken salad sandwich recipe out there to suit every palate.

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CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 6 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken, skin removed
1/2 cup diced celery
1/3 cup diced carrot
1/3 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup mayonnaise with olive oil
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
Pinch of paprika
Freshly ground pepper
6 whole-wheat sourdough rolls, split and toasted Lettuce and tomato, for topping

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken, celery, carrot, red onion, mayonnaise, mustard, celery salt, granulated garlic, paprika and 1 teaspoon pepper in a bowl. Mix until combined.
  • Serve the chicken salad on the toasted rolls with lettuce and tomato.

EASY CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH



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While I normally like using all fresh ingredients, sometimes it's just not feasible. I like to keep comfort foods simple and this is no exception.

Provided by hannahs dad

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 sandwiches, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (9 3/4 ounce) can of white chunk chicken breasts, in water
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 stalks celery, chopped
1/2 medium vidalia onion, chopped finely
nice crusty bread
4 leaves romaine lettuce, for each sandwich
celery salt
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Drain chicken very well and empty into mixing bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients and mix well with a fork shredding chicken as you do so.
  • Place in fridge to chill and let flavors disperse, think 30-60 minutes. Spread on your favorite bread with some romaine lettuce and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.9, Fat 20.3, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 94.2, Sodium 277.6, Carbohydrate 9.6, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 3.5, Protein 29.7

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

BASIC CHICKEN SALAD



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This basic chicken salad is a family favorite. I like to use baked thighs or breasts that have been sprinkled with basil or rosemary.

Provided by Jackie M.

Categories     Salad

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups chopped, cooked chicken meat
½ cup blanched slivered almonds
1 stalk celery, chopped

Steps:

  • Place almonds in a frying pan. Toast over medium-high heat, shaking frequently. Watch carefully, as they burn easily.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, lemon juice, and pepper. Toss with chicken, almonds, and celery.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 778.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 125.9 mg, Fat 63.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 44.3 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 403 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH



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Some classics are best left as is, like this perfect chicken salad recipe served on a sandwich, from "Mad Hungry," by Lucinda Scala Quinn.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups chopped or shredded cooked chicken
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup mayonnaise, or to taste
3 teaspoons unsalted butter, softened
12 slices whole-grain bread
6 romaine lettuce leaves, cleaned, patted dry, and chilled

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the chicken, celery, parsley, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Stir in the mayonnaise, little by little, to achieve the desired consistency. The chicken salad can be kept, refrigerated, for 1 day.
  • Spread butter on each slice of bread. Sandwich with chicken salad and a leaf of lettuce. Serve with salty potato chips.

CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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These classic chicken salad sandwiches are open for interpretation. Depending on your level of prep, you can create them using either home-cooked chicken or a rotisserie chicken from the store. From there, the creativity is all up to you. Make them yours, make them delicious, make them again!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken or turkey
1 medium stalk celery, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/3 cup)
1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 slices bread

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix all ingredients except bread. Spread mixture on 4 bread slices. Top with remaining bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 1 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 630 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

CLASSIC CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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Chicken salad sandwiches are perfect for lunches, sandwich suppers, and parties. Use cooked chicken or a rotisserie chicken for these sandwiches.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Lunch     Entree     Salad     Sandwich

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups chicken (cooked, chopped)
3 tablespoons onion (red or yellow; finely chopped)
1/4 cup celery (finely chopped)
1 large egg ( hard-boiled ; chopped)
1/3 to 1/2 cup mayonnaise (as needed to moisten the salad)
1 tablespoon dill pickle relish
1/4 teaspoon salt (or seasoned salt to taste)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
8 slices bread
Lettuce

Steps:

  • To bake boneless chicken breasts, preheat the oven to 350 F. Line a baking pan with foil.
  • Arrange the chicken on the pan and season lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Bake until the chicken registers 165 F on a food thermometer. Depending on the size and thickness of the boneless chicken breasts, it will take 22 to 30 minutes. Let cool and chop.
  • To poach boneless chicken breasts, place chicken in a single layer in a deep skillet or sauté pan.
  • If desired, add some herbs and chopped aromatic vegetables, such as onions, garlic, or carrots. Cover the chicken with water (about 1/2 to 1 inch above the chicken breasts) and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pan, and continue cooking for 8 to 15 minutes, depending on the size of the chicken pieces.
  • Check the chicken breasts with a food thermometer to ensure they are done to at least 165 F. Let cool and chop.
  • Once you've cooked the chicken, gather all of the ingredients.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cooked, chopped chicken, onion, celery, and egg. Stir to combine.
  • Add 1/3 cup of mayonnaise, the dill pickle relish, salt, and pepper to the chicken. Stir to blend well.
  • Add more mayonnaise to moisten, if desired.
  • Serve on bread with lettuce and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 106 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 703 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 31 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: shredded chicken, celery, white onion, cherry tomatoes, apple, greek yogurt, salt, pepper, whole wheat bread, romaine lettuce

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup shredded chicken
2 tablespoons celery, diced
1 tablespoon white onion, finely diced
6 cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
2 tablespoons apple, diced
3 tablespoons greek yogurt
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 pieces whole wheat bread
1 leaf romaine lettuce

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine chicken, celery, onion, sliced tomatoes, apple, yogurt, salt and pepper.
  • Spread the chicken salad on one of the pieces of bread and place the lettuce on the other piece. Top with desired condiments and bring the two pieces of bread together. Cut in half and place in a reusable container with some fruits and veggies.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433 calories, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 37 grams, Sugar 15 grams

EASY & YUMMY CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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I am a stickler for a good chicken salad...it has to be easy, sweet, with a bit of crunch and not too "mayonnaisey"! This is my interpretation of the perfect chicken salad sandwich filling. Enjoy!

Provided by Lisa in Acworth

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18 ounce) can of cooked white meat chicken, broken up and shredded (by hand or fork)
1 tablespoon mayonnaise (regular or light is fine)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 small granny smith apples or 1 small equally tart and crisp apple, diced into small pieces
1/2 cup raisins or 1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 stalk celery, diced into small pieces
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients into large bowl and refrigerate for 1-4 hours.
  • I like to serve on sweet Hawaiian bread or toasted whole wheat.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality mayonnaise.
  • If you don't have celery, you can use red onion instead.
  • Add some chopped pickles or relish for extra flavor.
  • If you like a spicy chicken salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Serve the chicken salad on a bed of lettuce or in a croissant for a delicious and easy lunch.

Conclusion:

Chicken salad is a classic lunchtime favorite that is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying chicken salad sandwich that will be enjoyed by everyone.

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