Lemon Pepper Chicken Salad Sandwich

This Lemon Pepper Chicken Salad Sandwich is a lemony twist on the classic. A perfect lunch or light dinner for the last few weeks of summer.

If you find yourself with some leftover poached chicken or rotisserie chicken and you’re looking for a way to use it. Chicken Salad is always a delectable choice. Especially when the weather is too hot or you simply don’t feel like cooking. It’s quick, easy and the flavor possibilities are endless.

Lemon Pepper Chicken Salad is a bit lighter than most chicken salad recipes out there. Again making them perfect for warm days when you want something a little lighter. The lightness comes from using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise. It also gets a brightness from some lemon pepper seasoning and a splash of lemon juice.

Lets talk about all the things you’ll need to make it.

Lemon Pepper Chicken Salad Ingredients:

• COOKED CHICKEN: Whether you have leftover chicken or grab a rotisserie chicken at the grocery store, you’ll need some shredded cooked chicken. I prefer white meat for this recipe. It helps keep the salad tasting light.
• GREEK YOGURT: This helps add some creaminess as well as tanginess to the dressing.
• MAYONNAISE: To help add a little fat to the dressing so it’s a bit creamier but not overly so.
• CELERY: For added crunch.
• CHIVES: Adds a subtle oniony flavor without overpowering the dish.
• LEMON PEPPER SEASONING: Use your favorite blend. Most lemon pepper seasoning blends you can buy at the store do have salt so that is why there is no extra salt in this recipe.
• GRANULATED GARLIC/GARLIC POWDER: to add a subtle garlic flavor to the chicken salad. I prefer granulated garlic but if you don’t have it garlic powder will be fine. Don’t use garlic salt if your Lemon Pepper Seasoning has salt in it or you run the risk of it being too salty.
• LEMON JUICE: Will add some acidity and more lemon flavor to the dish.
• BREAD: This is optional. I tend to like to make chicken salad sandwiches but you can also serve this with crackers or over lettuce.

Step by Step Photos and Instructions:

Making this Lemon Pepper Chicken Salad is super easy! Just a couple quick steps and you’re ready to eat.

• STEP #1: Whisk together all of the dressing ingredients.
• STEP #2: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, celery and chives. Pour dressing over the top and stir to coat completely.
• STEP #3: For the best flavor, cover and let the mixture refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Adjust salt and pepper and serve.

I love to serve this Lemon Pepper Chicken Salad on some soft white bread as a sandwich. You can also serve it with crackers or lettuce.

Storage and Leftovers:

Store this Lemon Pepper Chicken Salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator and eat within in a few days.

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