Nutrition Facts for Easy chicken salad sandwich

Easy Chicken Salad Sandwich

Whip up a satisfying lunch in just 15 minutes with this Easy Chicken Salad Sandwich recipe, a go-to for quick, delicious meals! Featuring tender shredded chicken breast mixed with creamy mayonnaise, crunchy celery, zesty Dijon mustard, and a hint of fresh parsley and lemon juice, this chicken salad is perfectly balanced with savory and tangy flavors. Sandwich it between toasted slices of bread or fluffy rolls, layered with crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices for a refreshing bite. Whether you're preparing a light meal for two or a simple picnic treat, this easy-to-follow recipe is a guaranteed hit! Perfect for busy weekdays, this protein-packed sandwich is the ultimate comfort food with a healthy spin.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100
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Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:0 mins
Total Time:15 mins
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup Celery, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh lemon juice
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 4 slices Sandwich bread or rolls
  • 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
  • 4 pieces Tomato slices

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or diced chicken, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, Dijon mustard, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Mix everything together until evenly combined. Adjust mayo, salt, or pepper to taste if needed.

Step 3

Toast the sandwich bread (optional) if you prefer a lightly crispy texture.

Step 4

Place a lettuce leaf on one slice of bread, then top with a generous portion of the chicken salad mixture.

Step 5

Add a slice of tomato and cover with the second slice of bread. Repeat for the other sandwich.

Step 6

Cut the sandwiches in half if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size 984.7 grams (984.7g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 2203
Total Fat 112.90g 145%
Saturated Fat 14.20g 71%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 523mg 174%
Sodium 2552mg 111%
Total Carbohydrate 120.30g 44%
Dietary Fiber 7.00g 25%
Total Sugars 12.60g
Protein 162.40g 325%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 282mg 22%
Iron 12mg 67%
Potassium 1881mg 40%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.3%
Protein: 30.3%
Carbs: 22.4%