Description

Have you ever wondered why some sandwiches taste like a boring chore while others feel like a party in your mouth? This shredded chicken salad balances creamy dressing, crisp celery, and sweet grapes on a perfectly toasted bun for a world-class lunch that is easy to master.

Ingredients

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3 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works best)
1/2 cup mayonnaise (full fat provides the best flavor)
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup fresh celery, diced small
1/2 cup red grapes, halved (or dried cranberries)
2 tablespoons fresh chives or green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts (optional)
4 large brioche buns or high-quality sandwich rolls
2 tablespoons butter (for toasting the buns)
4 large green lettuce leaves

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Use two forks to pull the cooked meat apart into thin shreds, ensuring pieces are small enough to stay on the bun.
Chop the Vegetables: Dice celery into very small, pea-sized pieces to ensure a balanced crunch in every bite.
Mix the Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Combine Ingredients: Fold the chicken, celery, grapes, and chives into the dressing bowl until lightly coated.
Toast the Buns: Melt butter in a pan over medium heat and toast split buns face down for about two minutes until golden-brown.
Assemble: Place a dry lettuce leaf on the bottom bun as a moisture barrier, scoop on the salad, and top with the remaining bun.

Notes

Use a lettuce leaf between the salad and the bread to prevent the bun from getting soggy. For a flavor twist, try adding yellow curry powder or swapping grapes for chopped apples. Do not freeze the salad as the mayonnaise and yogurt texture will become grainy.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: No-Cook / Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 450
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 85mg