Pickle Chicken Salad Sandwich (Printable)

A tangy chicken salad served inside hollowed large pickles for a crunchy, refreshing low-carb meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken Salad

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
02 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
03 - 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
04 - 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
05 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped or 1 teaspoon dried dill
07 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Pickle Sandwiches

10 - 4 large whole deli-style or kosher dill pickles
11 - 4 lettuce leaves (optional)
12 - 1/2 cup sliced tomato (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl, mix chicken, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, celery, red onion, dill, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
02 - Slice each pickle lengthwise and carefully hollow out the seeds and some flesh to create a boat shape without breaking the skin.
03 - Pat the hollowed pickle halves dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture.
04 - Line each pickle half with a lettuce leaf if using, then evenly spoon chicken salad into the hollowed space.
05 - Place sliced tomato on top if desired, then cover with the other pickle half to form a sandwich.
06 - Serve immediately or wrap tightly and refrigerate for up to one day.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Its incredibly low-carb and gluten-free without feeling like youre missing out on anything.
  • The tangy crunch of the pickle replaces bread in a way thats actually more exciting and refreshing.
  • It comes together in under 20 minutes with no cooking required, perfect for hot days or quick lunches.
  • The chicken salad is creamy, herbaceous, and totally customizable to whatever you have on hand.
02 -
  • Pat those pickles dry, seriously, or your chicken salad will turn into a watery mess within minutes.
  • Dont overfill the pickle boats or theyll be impossible to eat without everything squishing out the sides.
  • If your pickles are too curved or wobbly, slice a tiny bit off the bottom to create a flat base so they sit steady on the plate.
03 -
  • Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor, the seasoning from the skin gets mixed right into the salad.
  • If you want less mayo, replace half of it with mashed avocado for a creamy, healthier twist that still tastes indulgent.
  • Chill the assembled sandwiches for 10 minutes before serving so the flavors meld and the chicken salad firms up just a bit, making them easier to bite into.
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