Chicken Salad Sandwich

We're going back to the basics with this Chicken Salad Sandwich. It's light, crunchy, and super satisfying—and did we mention full of protein?

This balanced meal is easy to make and provides a great lunch or post-workout snack option. Let's check out the recipe.

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• What to Serve With a Chicken Salad Sandwich
• Extra Toppings
• Equipment Needed
• Tips for Making a Chicken Salad Sandwich 
• Batch Cook and Store Safely
• Make it Gluten-Free
• Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe
• Other Sandwich Recipes

What to Serve With a Chicken Salad Sandwich

For this simple meal, there are plenty of sides that can make it pop. Some sliced vegetables like bell peppers, cucumber slices, and carrots with a side of hummus can add a refreshing crunch to the sandwich.

To add a warm side that still provides nutrition, you can go for some sweet potato or zucchini fries.

Alternatively, you can add a classic side salad or tomato soup to your sandwich to complete the meal.

Extra Toppings

To bring your sandwich to the next level, try adding these toppings:

• Sliced avocado
• Sliced tomato
• Red onion slices
• Baby spinach or arugula
• Sliced cucumbers
• Shredded carrots
• Sprouts
• Pickled jalapeños
• Sliced bell peppers
• Cheese slice

Equipment Needed

• Medium saucepan or skillet
• Cutting board
• Chef's knife
• Mixing bowl
• Spatula

Tips for Making a Chicken Salad Sandwich

• If you want to save time, you can use a rotisserie chicken instead of cooking your own. Just shred it and you’re ready to go!
• Let the chicken salad chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to help the flavors meld before serving.
• If you prefer a creamier chicken salad, add an extra spoonful of Greek yogurt.
• Chop the celery, apples, and pecans into similar sizes for consistent texture in each bite.
• Lightly toast the bread to add crunch and prevent sogginess.

Batch Cook and Store Safely

If you want to have chicken salad sandwiches throughout the week, you can batch cook and meal prep the recipe. To meal prep, simply double or triple the chicken salad recipe, depending on how many servings you want.

When cooking large batches of chicken, make sure it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Once your chicken is cooked, allow it to cool slightly before shredding and adding the other ingredients.

To meal prep, divide your chicken salad into meal-sized portions and store them separately for an easy grab-and-go option. Use airtight containers and place in the fridge immediately (within 1-2 hours of preparation). Your fridge temperature should be at or below 40°F.  The chicken salad will stay good in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Do not prepare your bread or toppings until you're ready to eat your sandwich for optimal freshness. If you want to store your chicken salad long-term, you can store it in the freezer for up to two months (without the yogurt).

Store in freezer-safe, air-tight containers, and thaw in the fridge overnight before eating. Once you thaw your chicken salad, you can add the yogurt in.

Make it Gluten-Free

The majority of the ingredients in this recipe are naturally gluten-free, to make the meal completely gluten-free, simply swap the whole wheat bread for gluten-free bread and check packaged ingredients like yogurt and pickles to ensure they're gluten-free.

Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe