{"id":2079888,"date":"2024-11-14T16:35:01","date_gmt":"2025-01-18T06:49:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=recipe&p=2079888"},"modified":"2025-01-19T15:31:35","modified_gmt":"2025-01-19T21:31:35","slug":"chicken-salad-sandwich-recipe","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/chicken-salad-sandwich-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicken Salad Sandwich"},"content":{"rendered":"
There’s something timeless about a good chicken salad sandwich. It fits every occasion, whether that’s a light lunch, a picnic in the park or a quick dinner on a busy night. And a chicken salad sandwich recipe doesn’t need bells and whistles to be memorable. Tender chicken is the star, soaking up the creamy mayo, zippy Dijon and fresh dill like a champ, while celery acts as the perfect crunchy sidekick. Whether you serve it on classic squishy white bread, buttery croissants or tortillas, this chicken salad recipe is pure gold. Plus, it’s a perfect way to make the most of leftover chicken<\/a>!<\/p>\n You don’t need to reinvent the wheel to make a good sandwich recipe<\/a>. All it takes is quality ingredients, balanced flavors and a touch of care. After all, sometimes the best things in life are the simplest.<\/p>\n In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken breast with celery, mayo, mustard, dill, salt and pepper.<\/p>\n Serve the chicken salad on slices of white bread with lettuce leaves, if desired<\/p>\n Store chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep it fresh and prevent it from drying out. If you’ve already assembled the sandwiches, wrap them tightly in storage wrap or store them in a sealed container to maintain the bread’s texture.<\/p>\n The chicken salad lasts three to four days in the fridge when properly stored. For the best taste and texture, assembled sandwiches should be eaten within 24 hours.<\/p>\n Freezing chicken salad isn’t recommended because the mayonnaise can separate, and the celery may lose its crunch. However, you can freeze cooked chicken and make the salad fresh as needed.<\/p>\n If you’re preparing chicken from scratch for your chicken salad, marinated grilled chicken<\/a>, easy baked chicken<\/a> and poached chicken are all great options.<\/p>\n Chicken salad is incredibly versatile! Serve it as a dip with crackers, pile it into a wrap or a hollowed-out tomato for a low-carb option, or spoon it over a bed of mixed greens for a hearty salad.<\/p>\n What can’t<\/em> you serve with chicken salad sandwiches?! Air-fryer potato chips<\/a>, french fries<\/a> and a colorful chef’s salad <\/a>all come readily to mind, but there is no wrong answer. Pair them with pickles or corn on the cob<\/a> for a cookout. Or pack a picnic basket with fruit, cheese, olives, and dark chocolate and cut your sandwiches into cute little squares and triangles if you are out to impress. (And throw in a bottle of sauvignon blanc for me.)<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The humble chicken salad sandwich doesn’t need a lot of flourish, just tender chicken, mayo, Dijon, celery and fresh dill. 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Mix the chicken salad<\/h3>\n
Step 2: Build the sandwich<\/h3>\n
Christine Ma for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Chicken Salad Sandwich Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Chicken Salad<\/h2>\n
How long do chicken salad sandwiches last?<\/h3>\n
Can you freeze chicken salad?<\/h3>\n
Chicken Salad Sandwich Tips<\/h2>\n
Christine Ma for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
What’s the best way to cook chicken for chicken salad?<\/h3>\n
How else can you use chicken salad?<\/h3>\n
What can you serve with chicken salad sandwiches?<\/h3>\n