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Marry Me Chicken Salad Sandwich

Marry Me Chicken Salad Sandwich is a scrumptious, hearty combination of tender chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy dressing, all nestled between two slices of bread. This delightful sandwich is sure to impress your loved ones.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 saucepan
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 grill or skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded About 2 medium-sized chicken breasts.
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup grapes, halved Optional.
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts Optional.
  • 8 slices bread Your choice.
  • leafy greens Like lettuce or spinach, for assembly.

Instructions
 

  • In a saucepan, poach the chicken by covering it with water and bringing it to a gentle boil. Lower the heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked. Remove from water and let it cool, then shred it into pieces.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced celery, and chopped red onion.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently stir until everything is evenly coated. If desired, fold in the halved grapes and chopped walnuts for added flavor and crunch.
  • Prepare the bread slices by toasting them lightly on a grill or skillet until golden brown.
  • Assemble the sandwiches by placing a generous portion of the chicken salad on one slice of bread, topping it with leafy greens, then placing another slice of bread on top.
  • Repeat with the remaining ingredients to create a total of 4 sandwiches.

Notes

For a lighter version, you can substitute the mayonnaise with additional Greek yogurt.
Feel free to add other veggies like bell peppers or cucumbers for extra crunch and flavor.
This chicken salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.