Sweet & Savory Chicken Salad Sandwiches Recipe

Name: Sweet & Savory Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 slices crusty bread; 1/2 lb bacon; 1 1/2 cups white meat chicken, coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped; 1 green apple, peeled and chopped; 1/4 cup pecans or 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup sour cream; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 1 teaspoon sugar; 4 -8 leaves green lettuce

Servings: persons

8 slices crusty bread
1/2 lb bacon
1 1/2 cups white meat chicken, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
1 green apple, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup pecans or 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon sugar
4 -8 leaves green lettuce

1
Combine chicken, celery, onion, apple, and nuts in a mixing bowl, place in the refrigerator while preparing the dressing.
2
Blend mayo, sour cream, dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, white pepper, and sugar until creamy.
3
Add dressing to salad mixture, stir until salad is evenly coated and refrigerate while preparing bacon. If your bacon is precooked, let chicken salad chill for 15 to 20 minutes.
4
Prepare bacon so that is crispy, but not charred. Drain well.
5
Toast bread lightly, preferably on a griddle with a small bit of butter.
6
Place a small bed of lettuce on one half of sandwich and heap chicken salad on top.
7
Lightly press the heap to slightly flatten and lay 2 or 3 strips of bacon on top. Serve open-faced.

780

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Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 slices crusty bread, 1/2 lb bacon, 1 1/2 cups white meat chicken, coarsely chopped, 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Sweet & Savory 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.

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Sweet & Savory Chicken Salad Sandwiches

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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