Description
These Chicken Salad Finger Sandwiches are a classic American appetizer perfect for parties, picnics, or afternoon tea. Made with a creamy blend of chopped cooked chicken, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and fresh vegetables, they are light, flavorful, and easy to prepare. The sandwiches are cut into small, elegant finger-sized portions, making them ideal for entertaining guests or serving as a delightful snack.
Ingredients
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Chicken Salad Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Sandwiches
- 12 slices soft white or wheat sandwich bread, crusts removed
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Salad: In a medium bowl, combine the finely chopped cooked chicken breast with mayonnaise, plain Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, finely chopped celery, red onion, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended to create a creamy chicken salad.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Lay out the 12 slices of sandwich bread on a clean surface. Spread a generous layer of the chicken salad evenly over half of the bread slices.
- Form the Sandwiches: Top each bread slice with chicken salad with the remaining bread slices to create sandwiches. Press gently to ensure they hold together well.
- Trim and Cut: If crusts have not been removed, trim them off with a serrated knife. Then, cut each sandwich into thirds or quarters depending on the desired finger sandwich size.
- Serve: Arrange the finger sandwiches on a platter and serve chilled or at room temperature as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- The chicken salad can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator to enhance flavors.
- For extra flavor and texture, consider adding chopped grapes or sprinkling slivered almonds into the chicken salad mixture.
- Omit Greek yogurt to make this recipe dairy-free.
