Herbal Chicken Salad Sandwiches Recipe

Name: Herbal Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 jasmine green tea bags; Kosher salt; Two 6-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small bite-size cubes; 1/3 cup finely diced red onion; 3 tablespoons mayonnaise; 3 tablespoons fat-free plain Greek yogurt; 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon; 1 1/2 teaspoons white balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons sliced natural almonds; 8 slices fruit-n-nut or rye bread; 1 cup packed mixed baby salad greens

Servings: persons

4 jasmine green tea bags
Kosher salt
Two 6-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small bite-size cubes
1/3 cup finely diced red onion
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons fat-free plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon
1 1/2 teaspoons white balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons sliced natural almonds
8 slices fruit-n-nut or rye bread
1 cup packed mixed baby salad greens

1
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large saucepan.
2
Turn off the heat, add the tea bags and let steep for 5 minutes.
3
Remove the tea bags and bring back to a rolling boil.
4
Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt and the chicken.
5
Cover, reduce the heat to low and poach until fully cooked, about 7 minutes.
6
Drain and transfer the chicken to a small bowl to cool to room temperature.
7
Stir together the onions, mayonnaise, yogurt, basil, tarragon, vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl.
8
Stir in the cooled chicken, cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to combine.
9
Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until golden, 3 to 4 minutes.
10
Divide the chicken among 4 of the bread slices, and top with the almonds, salad greens and the remaining bread slices.
11
Cut in half and serve.

141

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* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 jasmine green tea bags, Kosher salt, Two 6-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small bite-size cubes, 1/3 cup finely diced red onion, and more.

Yes, Herbal Chicken Salad Sandwiches falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Herbal Chicken Salad Sandwiches

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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