Grilled Chicken Salad Sandwich
This Grilled Chicken Salad Sandwich is a delightful and healthy option for lunch or a light dinner. Loaded with tender grilled chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy dressing, this sandwich is both filling and nutritious.
Equipment
- 1 grill or grill pan
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 cutting board
- 1 bread knife
- 1 sandwich press or panini maker optional
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked grilled chicken, diced about 2 medium-sized breasts
- ½ cup celery, finely chopped about 1 stalk
- ½ cup red bell pepper, finely chopped about ½ pepper
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped about ½ onion
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- to taste salt and pepper
- 8 slices whole grain bread
- 4 lettuce leaves such as romaine or butter lettuce
- optional tomato slices for topping
- optional avocado slices for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before dicing it into small cubes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced grilled chicken, celery, red bell pepper, and red onion.
- In a separate small bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt or mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Combine the dressing with the chicken and vegetable mixture until evenly coated.
- Toast the bread slices lightly on the grill or in a toaster if desired.
- To assemble the sandwiches, place a lettuce leaf on one slice of bread, top with a generous scoop of the chicken salad mixture, and add optional tomato and avocado slices if using. Top with another slice of bread to complete the sandwich.
- Cut the sandwich in half if desired and serve.
Notes
You can substitute chicken with canned tuna or diced turkey if preferred.
For added flavor, you may mix in herbs like dill or parsley.
This sandwich can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, making it perfect for meal prep.