Classic Chicken Salad Sandwiches 🥪🍗

This delightful recipe for Classic Chicken Salad Sandwiches is perfect for picnics, lunchboxes, or a light dinner. It's creamy, crunchy, and comes together easily with leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken. Customize it with your favorite herbs and spices for an extra kick of flavor. These sandwiches are a hit for gatherings or simply when you're craving something delicious.

Ingredients

For the chicken salad

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional, for extra creaminess)
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish (or diced pickles)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, chopped (optional)

For the sandwiches

• 4 slices of your favorite bread (white, whole grain, or croissant)
• Leafy greens (lettuce, spinach, or arugula)
• Sliced tomatoes (optional)
• Sliced avocado (optional)

Instructions

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and Dijon mustard. Stir until well combined.

🥄 The Greek yogurt adds a tangy flavor and creaminess, but feel free to adjust the mayonnaise to your taste preference.

• Add in the chopped celery, red onion, pickle relish, garlic powder, and herbs (if using). Mix everything together and season with salt and pepper to taste.

• To assemble your sandwiches, lay a generous portion of the chicken salad on one slice of bread. Top with leafy greens and any other optional ingredients like sliced tomatoes or avocado.

• Place another slice of bread on top and press gently. Cut the sandwich in half if desired.

🧊 For a cold version, refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes before serving; this allows the flavors to meld beautifully.

Variations

• Nutty crunch: Add 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts or almonds for an extra crunch and nutty flavor. 🥜
• Fruity twist: Incorporate 1/4 cup of diced apples or grapes to the chicken salad for a sweet surprise.
• Spicy kick: Mix in a dash of hot sauce or sriracha for an exciting spicy kick!
• Low-carb: Serve the chicken salad on lettuce wraps instead of bread for a lighter option.

With these easy steps, you’ll have a tasty and satisfying meal ready in no time! Enjoy your Classic Chicken Salad Sandwiches and share them with family and friends! 🍽️✨