Description
A quick and easy recipe for a creamy, savory chicken salad sandwich featuring shredded chicken, crispy bacon, and zesty ranch dressing, perfect for an elevated lunch.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
6 slices bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix (or 1/2 cup prepared ranch dressing)
1/4 cup finely diced celery
2 tablespoons finely diced red onion
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
8 slices bread, croissants, or lettuce cups for serving
Instructions
Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or diced cooked chicken, crumbled crispy bacon, finely diced celery, and finely diced red onion.
Step 2: Add the mayonnaise and ranch seasoning mix (or prepared ranch dressing) to the bowl. If using cheddar cheese, add it now.
Step 3: Gently mix all ingredients until well combined, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated.
Step 4: Taste the chicken salad and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed.
Step 5: For best flavor, cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 6: Assemble your sandwiches by spooning a generous amount of chicken salad onto your favorite bread, croissants, or into lettuce cups. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of some of the mayonnaise. Add a pinch of smoked paprika for extra depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sandwich, Lunch, Main Course
- Method: No-Cook Assembly
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
