Ina's Chicken Salad Sandwiches

Elevate your lunchtime game with Ina's Chicken Salad Sandwiches, a delightful blend of savory, sweet, and crunchy goodness. This recipe combines tender oven-roasted chicken breasts with a creamy, tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and aromatic fresh dill. The luscious mixture is complemented by the satisfying crunch of walnuts, the freshness of celery, and the natural sweetness of halved red grapes, creating a symphony of textures and flavors. Served on your favorite bread—whether buttery croissants, rustic ciabatta, or classic sandwich slices—and layered with crisp lettuce, these sandwiches are perfect for picnics, brunches, or a sophisticated weekday meal. Simple to prepare yet irresistibly delicious, this easy chicken salad recipe is a must-try for lovers of classic comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts, skinless and boneless
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.75 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
• 2 pieces Celery stalks, finely diced
• 0.5 cup Red grapes, halved
• 0.5 cup Walnuts, roughly chopped
• 4 pieces Bread of choice (croissants, ciabatta, or sandwich bread)
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil, and season both sides with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 3

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove and let cool completely.

Step 4

While the chicken cools, prepare the salad dressing. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and chopped fresh dill until smooth.

Step 5

Dice the cooled chicken into small, bite-sized cubes. Add it to the bowl with the dressing.

Step 6

Fold in the diced celery, halved red grapes, and chopped walnuts. Stir until all ingredients are evenly coated with dressing. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 7

To assemble the sandwiches, lay a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bread piece. Spoon a generous portion of the chicken salad onto the lettuce.

Step 8

Top each sandwich with the remaining bread pieces and serve immediately. For an extra touch, slice sandwiches in half before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1714.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4165.1

Total Fat 275.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 888.1mg	0%
Sodium 3032.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 174.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 39.1g
Protein 247.1g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 403.7mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 3545.5mg	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: 59.5%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 16.8%