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Honey Mustard Chicken Salad Sandwiches

A quick, sweet-and-tangy chicken salad served on bread or croissants for an easy lunch or light dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped (rotisserie recommended) chopped into small pieces
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries fruit-infused if desired
  • 2 stalks celery thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup prepared coleslaw dressing found near chilled dressings; Marie's recommended
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 3 tablespoons honey BBQ sauce
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • bread or croissant rolls for serving
  • lettuce for layering on sandwiches

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken, dried cranberries, and thinly sliced celery.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the prepared coleslaw dressing, yellow mustard, and honey BBQ sauce until smooth.
  • Season the dressing lightly with salt and black pepper, then pour it over the chicken mixture.
  • Gently stir until the chicken salad is evenly coated; taste and adjust salt or pepper as needed.
  • Assemble sandwiches by layering lettuce and the chicken salad on bread or croissant rolls and serve.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
  • Adjust mustard and BBQ sauce to taste for sweetness and tang.
  • Use fruit-infused dried cranberries for extra flavor.
  • Thinly slice celery for better texture in the salad.
  • Serve on toasted bread or croissants as preferred.