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Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Sandwiches

A light and healthy twist on traditional chicken salad, featuring Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a creamy, flavorful sandwich filled with crunchy veggies and sweet cranberries.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch, Sandwich
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Salad
  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast, diced Use skinless and boneless chicken for best results.
  • 3/4 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt Can substitute with low-fat or non-dairy yogurt.
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard Adds a tangy flavor.
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely diced Adds crunch.
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced Provides sharpness.
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries For sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup pecans, toasted and chopped Can substitute with walnuts or almonds.
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt Adjust based on taste.
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For Assembly
  • 8 slices whole grain bread Also can use rye or sourdough.
  • Lettuce leaves for serving Adds freshness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice until smooth.
  2. Fold in the diced chicken, celery, red onion, dried cranberries, and toasted pecans until well combined.
  3. Season with kosher salt and black pepper, then refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let flavors meld.
Assembly
  1. Lay out the slices of whole grain bread on a clean surface.
  2. Place a lettuce leaf on each slice, then top with a generous scoop of the chicken salad.
  3. Cover with the remaining slices of bread and cut each sandwich in half.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately or wrap tightly for meal prep.
  2. Store any extra chicken salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Notes

Tips for making the perfect chicken salad include allowing the flavors to meld by chilling the mixture and being gentle when folding ingredients to prevent a watery texture. Assemble sandwiches just before eating to maintain the crispiness of the bread.