Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe
Homemade chicken salad served on choice of bread
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Ingredients
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Chicken Salad
Bread and Toppings
Method
Prepare the Chicken Salad
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, mayonnaise, chopped celery, chopped red onion, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and fresh dill (if using).
- 2
Mix Well
Stir all the ingredients together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 3
Chill
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Assemble the Sandwich
- 4
Prepare Bread
While the chicken salad is chilling, prepare your bread. If using whole grain or white bread, you may toast it lightly if desired.
- 5
Layer Ingredients
On one slice of bread, place a leaf of lettuce, a generous scoop of chicken salad, and a slice or two of tomato.
- 6
Top and Serve
Add another slice of bread on top to complete the sandwich. Cut in half if desired, and serve immediately.