Chicken Waldorf Salad Sandwich

The Chicken Waldorf Salad Sandwich is a delightful twist on the traditional Waldorf salad, which originated at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City in the late 19th century. This sandwich combines tender chicken, crisp apples, juicy grapes, crunchy celery, and toasted walnuts, all bound together with a creamy dressing. Served between slices of hearty bread with fresh greens, it's a satisfying meal that's both flavorful and refreshing.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Waldorf Salad:

• 2 packed cups (300g) cooked or leftover rotisserie chicken, diced

• ¾ cup (135g) red or black seedless grapes, halved or quartered

• ⅔ cup (80g) walnuts, chopped (toasted for extra flavor)

• 2 ribs of celery, finely diced

• 1 apple (red, golden delicious, or half of both), diced
  
  

For the Dressing:

• ½ cup (120g) mayonnaise

• ½ cup (120g) Greek yogurt

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• Juice of ½ lemon

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon white pepper (or to taste)
  
  

For the Sandwich:

• 10 medium slices of seeded bread

• 2–3 lightly packed cups of watercress or salad greens of choice

• Butter, as needed
  
  

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dressing:
   In a small mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and white pepper. Mix well and set aside.

2. Make the Salad:
   In a large mixing bowl, add the diced chicken, grapes, apple, celery, and chopped walnuts. Pour the dressing over the mixture and stir to combine thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate to allow the flavors to meld; the longer it sits, the better the taste.

3. Assemble the Sandwiches:
   Spread butter on one side of each bread slice. On half of the slices, place a layer of watercress or your chosen greens. Top with a generous portion of the chicken Waldorf salad. Place the remaining bread slices on top, buttered side down. Slice the sandwiches in half and serve.
   
   

Serving Suggestions

• Pair the sandwich with a side of fresh fruit or a light soup for a complete meal.

• For a low-carb option, serve the chicken Waldorf salad in lettuce wraps instead of bread.

• This sandwich is perfect for picnics, lunchboxes, or a quick dinner.
  
  

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Note: Nutritional values are approximate and can vary based on specific ingredients used.

• Calories: Approximately 532 kcal

• Fat: 34.1g

• Saturated Fat: 7.5g

• Cholesterol: 72mg

• Sodium: 731mg

• Potassium: 511mg

• Carbohydrates: 32.8g

• Fiber: 3.5g

• Sugars: 11.2g

• Protein: 26.2g

• Vitamin A: 837 IU

• Vitamin C: 12.2mg

• Calcium: 143mg

• Iron: 2.5mg