Big Lady New Millennium Sandwich Recipe

Name: Big Lady New Millennium Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups chicken, diced (or a 1 to 3-pound chicken); Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 chopped onion; 2 celery stalks plus 2 cups chopped; 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped; 2 teaspoons seasoning salt (recommended: Jane's Mixed Up Krazy Salt); 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning; 2 tablespoons reserved chicken stock; 4 tablespoons butter, divided; 8 slices sourdough bread; 8 to 12 whole pimentos, drained; 8 to 12 deli-sliced cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

3 cups chicken, diced (or a 1 to 3-pound chicken)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 chopped onion
2 celery stalks plus 2 cups chopped
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
2 teaspoons seasoning salt (recommended: Jane's Mixed Up Krazy Salt)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
2 tablespoons reserved chicken stock
4 tablespoons butter, divided
8 slices sourdough bread
8 to 12 whole pimentos, drained
8 to 12 deli-sliced cheddar cheese

1
Place the chicken along with the salt, pepper, onion, and celery stalks in a large stockpot.
2
Cover with water and bring to a boil.
3
Lower the heat and simmer until the chicken is cooked through.
4
Remove chicken from pot, cool, and remove skin and bones, if using whole chicken.
5
Reserve the liquid.
6
Dice the chicken and place in a large bowl.
7
Add the chopped celery, eggs, seasoning salt, mayonnaise, lemon-pepper, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and some reserved stock and mix well.
8
Butter 1 side each bread slice.
9
Divide chicken mixture among 4 of the slices on the unbuttered side.
10
Add whole pimentos, 2 to 3, and sliced deli Cheddar.
11
Cover with the remaining 4 slices of bread, buttered side up.
12
Preheat an indoor grill/panini press.
13
Place sandwiches on the grill/panini press and grill for a few minutes on each side.

1508

kcal

Calories

112

Fat

Carbs

116

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups chicken, diced (or a 1 to 3-pound chicken), Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 chopped onion, 2 celery stalks plus 2 cups chopped, and more.

Yes, Big Lady New Millennium Sandwich falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Big Lady New Millennium Sandwich

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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