Chicken Salad Sandwich Grapes (Printable version)
A delightful sandwich featuring tender chicken, juicy grapes, and a creamy dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or picnic.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
→ Fruits & Vegetables
02 - 1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
03 - 1 stalk celery, finely diced
04 - 2 tablespoons red onion, finely minced
→ Dressing
05 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
06 - 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
07 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Add-Ins
11 - 1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans or walnuts
→ To Serve
12 - 4 sandwich rolls, croissants, or slices of whole grain bread
13 - Lettuce leaves
# How to Prepare:
01 - In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, halved grapes, finely diced celery, minced red onion (if using), and chopped nuts (if using).
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt or sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until smooth and well combined.
03 - Pour the prepared dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
04 - Taste the chicken salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper as desired.
05 - Line each sandwich roll, croissant, or bread slice with fresh lettuce leaves, then spoon a generous portion of the chicken salad on top.
06 - Close the sandwiches and serve immediately, or refrigerate the chicken salad mixture for up to two days before final assembly.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- It's your secret weapon for a truly impressive lunch that comes together faster than you can say "picnic basket."
- You'll absolutely adore how the juicy bursts of grape transform an everyday chicken salad into something truly special and exciting.
02 -
- Always err on the side of gentle folding when combining the dressing; you don't want to break up those beautiful grape halves or shred the chicken too much.
- I once used bottled lemon juice in a pinch and it just wasn't the same; fresh lemon juice truly makes all the difference in lifting the entire flavor profile.
03 -
- For the best flavor, let the chicken salad chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving; it allows all those wonderful flavors to meld beautifully and deepen.
- If you're adding nuts, lightly toasting them beforehand in a dry pan unlocks their essential oils and deepens their flavor significantly, adding a richer, more aromatic crunch.