Name: Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1 celery stalk, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion; 1 tablespoon pine nuts; 1 heaping teaspoon spicy brown mustard; 1 heaping teaspoon fat-free sour cream; 1 heaping teaspoon fat-free plain yogurt; Pinch of salt and ground black pepper; 2 (3-ounce) cans chunk chicken, rinsed and drained twice; 4 slices whole-grain bread; 2 lettuce leaves

A quick and healthy chicken salad sandwich with a spicy kick, perfect for a light lunch.

🥪 Chicken Salad Sandwiches

These Chicken Salad Sandwiches are the perfect quick and healthy lunch option — creamy, crunchy, and with just the right amount of tangy spice 🌶️. With lean chicken, light yogurt dressing, and a touch of spicy brown mustard, this recipe gives you a high-protein meal without the guilt.

🥗 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

If you’re looking for a balanced, protein-rich meal that’s easy to throw together in minutes, this sandwich is it. The combination of celery crunch, pine nut nuttiness, and mustard zing brings both texture and flavor. Plus, no cooking required — just mix and assemble!

🧂 Ingredients Spotlight

This recipe keeps things light and flavorful:

Chunk chicken — a lean protein base that’s convenient and satisfying.
Spicy brown mustard — adds a kick that balances the creamy elements.
Greek yogurt & sour cream — create a lighter dressing alternative to mayo.
Pine nuts — give an elegant crunch and nutty richness.
Whole-grain bread — adds fiber and keeps you full longer.

👩‍🍳 How to Make It

🥣 Making the Chicken Salad

In a mixing bowl, combine celery, onion, pine nuts, mustard, sour cream, yogurt, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
Add the drained chicken and mix everything together with a fork until well coated.