The Best Classic Chicken Salad Sandwich

Prep Time

15m

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Total Time

1h 15m

This classic chicken salad sandwich recipe features tender, juicy chicken breast with a hint of lemon and tarragon, mixed with creamy mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and fresh herbs. It's then topped with crunchy celery, red onion, and served between two slices of your favorite bread for the perfect lunchtime treat.

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Servings: 4 servings

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1 3/4 pounds whole bone-in, skin-on split chicken breast halves (2 to 3 breast halves)

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

4 whole sprigs of tarragon plus 1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon leaves, divided

1/4 cup mayonnaise, preferably homemade , plus more to taste

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, plus more to taste

1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley leaves

1 tablespoon minced fresh chives

1/2 cup finely diced red onion (about 1/2 medium onion)

1/2 cup finely diced celery (about 2 stalks)

1 medium clove garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)

The Best Classic Chicken Salad Sandwich

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The Best Classic Chicken Salad Sandwich

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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