Best 6 Quick Cranberry Chicken Salad Sandwiches Recipes

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When the warm weather hits, salads are the go-to dish for lunch and dinner. They are cool, refreshing, and packed with flavor. If you're looking for a quick and easy salad recipe that's perfect for summer, look no further than cranberry chicken salad sandwiches. This classic dish is made with tender chicken, sweet and tangy cranberries, crunchy celery, and creamy mayonnaise. Served on soft bread, these sandwiches are a delicious and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed all season long.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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

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.

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

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

CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH



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This is an easy, delicous way to use up leftover chicken. The amounts of each ingredient can be adjusted to your individual preference-- or you can make it as is. Basil can be substituted for cilantro, or it can be completely ommitted. ALSO, if you are watching your carbs, serve this over a bed of lettuce instead of a bun. Enjoy!

Provided by Chef Jetta Dale

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 Sandwiches, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups cooked chicken, cubed
3 tablespoons mayonnaise (light mayo can be used)
2 tablespoons fresh diced cilantro (optional)
1 tablespoon finely diced onion (optional)
3/4 cup cranberry sauce (whole berry)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 tablespoons cream cheese (light or fat free can be used)
4 -6 toasted buns

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, mayo, cilantro, onion, pepper and cranberry sauce.
  • Chill for best results.
  • Toast buns and spread with cream cheese.
  • Spoon chicken salad onto bun.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526.1, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 123.8, Sodium 447.4, Carbohydrate 44.6, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 23.1, Protein 40.4

CRANBERRY-ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH



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I made this one up one day using ingredients that I had on hand. It turned out quite well, and I have made it several times since. Makes a nice quick lunch for friends and is relatively low in fat and calories.

Provided by Backwoods Foodie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 sandwiches, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 1/2 ounce) can 98% fat free breast of chicken in water, drained
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup Miracle Whip light
1 celery rib, diced
1/2 small onion, diced
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 lettuce leaf
8 slices light bread

Steps:

  • You can toast your own almonds either in a frying pan or in the oven. Be careful to watch them, though, because they will burn quickly.
  • In a medium bowl, gently combine chicken breast, toasted almonds, dried cranberries, Miracle Whip Light, celery, onion, salt, and pepper until all is well coated.
  • Place one-fourth of the mixture on each of four slices of bread. Top with a lettuce leaf and another slice of bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.8, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 8.3, Sodium 274.7, Carbohydrate 8.4, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 4.5, Protein 2.1

Tips:

  • For a creamier chicken salad, use whole milk mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
  • If you don't have celery, you can substitute chopped red onion or bell pepper.
  • For a sweeter chicken salad, add 1/4 cup of dried cranberries or raisins.
  • If you like a spicy chicken salad, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
  • Serve the chicken salad on croissants, rolls, or lettuce for a light and refreshing lunch or dinner.

Conclusion:

This quick and easy cranberry chicken salad sandwich is a delicious and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. The combination of shredded chicken, celery, walnuts, and cranberries is flavorful and refreshing, and the creamy mayonnaise dressing adds a touch of richness. Serve the chicken salad on your favorite bread or crackers, or pack it for a picnic or potluck.

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