By Becky Hardin
Published Oct 27, 2023
Quick and easy to make, our Chicken Salad is a classic and delicious recipe with a fresh twist. My go-to lunch when I’m working from home is this Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe. Shredded chicken, celery, and grapes are tossed in a creamy and tangy dressing and served in croissants for a tasty bite.
Easy Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe
I love this simple and classic sandwich for lunch or dinner any time of year. It comes together in 10 minutes, making it a quick and easy meal—perfect for using leftover cooked shredded chicken. Plus, the creamy mayo dressing has a nice tang from Dijon mustard, giving it plenty of flavor!
5-Star Review
“This is absolutely the best chicken salad recipe I’ve ever had. The flavors work so well together and come together in the most delicious way. I probably make this at least once or twice a month. My family loves it on croissants, with pita chips, or crackers. And it’s best if made a few hours ahead of time.” – Jayci
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- ▢ ½ cup mayonnaise
- ▢ 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- ▢ 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ▢ 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
- ▢ 2 tablespoons chopped dill
- ▢ 2 cups cooked chicken chopped or shredded
- ▢ 1 rib celery diced
- ▢ ½ cup halved grapes
- ▢ ¼ cup diced red onion
- ▢ 4 croissants
- ▢ Butter lettuce for serving
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Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, mustard, garlic powder, vinegar, and dill together. ½ cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons chopped dill
- Add the chicken, celery, grapes, and red onion. Mix well. 2 cups cooked chicken, 1 rib celery, ½ cup halved grapes, ¼ cup diced red onion
- Scoop the chicken salad onto halved croissants and top with lettuce. 4 croissants, Butter lettuce
Becky’s Tips
- Instead of sandwiches, serve this chicken salad with crackers or on top of salad.
- Because the chicken salad contains mayo, keep it refrigerated and don’t leave it at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
- Rotisserie or leftover roasted chicken is great for this recipe. You can also cook up a couple of breasts to use. Check out my Instant Pot Shredded Chicken recipe that can be used in this.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Chicken Salad Step-by-Step
Make the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together ½ cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 2 teaspoons of red wine vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of chopped dill.
Assemble the Sandwiches: Scoop the chicken equally onto 4 halved croissants and top with butter lettuce.
Variations
There are lots of ways to modify this recipe. For starters, you could change up the mix-ins. Keep total add-ins to about 2 cups. I love adding grapes, celery, and onion, but chopped walnuts or pecans, dried cranberries, hard-boiled eggs, or avocado would be delicious additions! You could change the flavor slightly by swapping out the dill for another fresh herb , like parsley, basil, chives, or tarragon.
To make this chicken salad a bit healthier, I swap half of the mayo for plain Greek yogurt. To make it gluten-free, use your favorite gluten-free bread instead of croissants, or serve it over a salad.
How to Store
Store leftover chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Enjoy cold. I do not recommend freezing chicken salad.
Serving Suggestions
I love chicken salad served on top of a crescent roll or on a Hawaiian roll . Serve chicken salad sandwiches with a side of carrot raisin salad or crispy and crunchy zucchini fries .
You can also serve chicken salad on top of a chopped salad . Or add it to portions of macaroni salad for a quick one-bowl dinner!
More Chicken Salad Recipes We Love
- Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad
- Chicken Salad Sliders
- Mexican Chicken Salad Sandwiches
- Chicken Salad Pie
- Or try Turkey Salad or Tuna Salad instead!
Chicken Salad Sandwiches Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons chopped dill
- 2 cups cooked chicken chopped or shredded
- 1 rib celery diced
- ½ cup halved grapes
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 4 croissants
- Butter lettuce for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, mustard, garlic powder, vinegar, and dill together. ½ cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons chopped dill
- Add the chicken, celery, grapes, and red onion. Mix well. 2 cups cooked chicken, 1 rib celery, ½ cup halved grapes, ¼ cup diced red onion
- Scoop the chicken salad onto halved croissants and top with lettuce. 4 croissants, Butter lettuce
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Notes
- Instead of sandwiches, serve this chicken salad with crackers or on top of salad.
- Because the chicken salad contains mayo, keep it refrigerated and don’t leave it at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
- Rotisserie or leftover roasted chicken is great for this recipe. You can also cook up a couple of breasts to use. Check out my Instant Pot Shredded Chicken recipe that can be used in this.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
