A hearty and flavorful loaded chicken salad sandwich packed with tender chicken, crisp celery, tangy pickles, and creamy dressing, perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
1/4 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 slices whole wheat sandwich bread
4 large lettuce leaves
1 medium tomato, sliced
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken breast, chopped celery, chopped dill pickles, and chopped red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently fold until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Lay out 4 slices of whole wheat bread on a clean surface.
Place one large lettuce leaf on each slice of bread.
Evenly divide the chicken salad mixture over the lettuce on each slice.
Add 2-3 slices of tomato on top of the chicken salad on each sandwich.
Top each sandwich with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
Cut sandwiches in half if desired and serve immediately.