Chicken Apple Salad Sandwich

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this irresistibly fresh and flavorful Chicken Apple Salad Sandwich! Combining tender, diced chicken breast with crisp, sweet-tart apples, crunchy celery, and tangy green onions, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of textures and flavors. A creamy dressing made with a blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and a touch of lemon juice ties everything together, while optional mix-ins like dried cranberries and chopped nuts add a delightful burst of sweetness and nuttiness. Served on your choice of bread—be it buttery croissants, hearty multigrain, or classic sourdough—with a crisp lettuce layer for extra crunch, this sandwich is ideal for a quick lunch or meal on the go. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy and satisfying recipe is guaranteed to become a staple in your home. Keywords: chicken apple salad sandwich, quick lunch recipe, chicken salad sandwich, healthy sandwich ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
• 1 medium Apple (preferably a sweet-tart variety like Honeycrisp)
• 2 stalks Celery stalks
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cups Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 cups Dried cranberries (optional)
• 0.25 cups Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• 4 Lettuce leaves
• 4 slices Bread (such as croissants, multigrain, or sourdough)

Directions

Step 1

Dice the cooked chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

Core and chop the apple into small cubes. You can leave the peel on for extra texture and color.

Step 3

Thinly slice or finely chop the celery stalks and green onions.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken, chopped apple, celery, and green onions. If using dried cranberries and/or nuts, add them to the bowl as well.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

Taste the salad and adjust seasonings if needed. Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.

Step 8

Place a lettuce leaf on each slice of bread or croissant to prevent the bread from becoming soggy.

Step 9

Spoon a generous amount of the chicken apple salad onto the lettuce layer.

Step 10

Top with the second slice of bread or fold the croissant over the salad filling.

Step 11

Serve immediately, or wrap the sandwiches tightly and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1243.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2704.0

Total Fat 131.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 410.5mg	0%
Sodium 2545.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 244.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 88.9g
Protein 144.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 285.1mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 1082.7mg	0%

*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: 43.3%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 35.7%