Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe
A delicious chicken salad sandwich made with tender chicken, creamy mayo, crisp vegetables, and seasonings, all packed into a soft sandwich. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon or spatula (for stirring)
- Knife for chopping
- Cutting board
- Sandwich bread (whole wheat, white, or your favorite variety)
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great)
- ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter version
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional
- 1 celery stalk finely chopped
- 1 small red onion finely chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices of bread white, whole wheat, or your choice
- Lettuce leaves optional
- Sliced tomato optional
- Pickles optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Salad Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or diced chicken, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Stir until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Add Vegetables and Seasonings
- Add the chopped celery, red onion (if using), and fresh parsley to the chicken mixture. Stir again until well combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Assemble the Sandwiches
- Lay two slices of bread on a clean surface. Spoon a generous amount of chicken salad onto one slice. Top with lettuce, tomato, and pickles if desired. Place the second slice of bread on top to complete the sandwich.
- Serve
- Serve immediately, or wrap the sandwiches in parchment paper or plastic wrap for an easy-to-go meal.