Best 6 Chicken Cranberry Walnut Sandwich Recipes

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**Chicken Cranberry Walnut Sandwich: A Flavorful Delight**

Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that combines the irresistible flavors of tender chicken, tangy cranberries, crunchy walnuts, and a creamy spread, all harmoniously nestled between two slices of toasted bread. This chicken cranberry walnut sandwich is a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate with every bite. With three variations to satisfy every preference – the classic mayonnaise-based spread, a tangy Greek yogurt dressing, and a luscious avocado-mayo fusion – this sandwich is bound to become a favorite for lunch, dinner, or even a delightful snack.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD



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Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad from Delish.com is chicken salad lovers dreams.

Categories     dinner     easy chicken     lunch     salad     partnerships

Time 1h25m

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

For the poached chicken
1 c. white vinegar
1 head garlic, cut horizontally
1 cinnamon stick
1 dried bay leaf
1/2 tsp. ground ginger
2 tbsp. kosher salt
3 chicken breast (8oz each)
For the Salad
1 1/4 c. chopped California walnuts
3/4 c. mayonnaise
1 large rib celery, chopped into small pieces (1/2 c.)
1 shallot, finely chopped
1/4 c. finely chopped parsley
2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest,
3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 c. roughly chopped dried cranberries, plus more for serving
Sliced bread, for serving
Lettuce leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • Make the poached chicken, combine 4 cups water, vinegar, garlic, cinnamon, bay leaves, ginger, and salt in a medium pot. Nestle chicken into mixture, making sure it's fully submerged. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, until chicken is just cooked through and the thickest part reads 165° on an instant read thermometer, about 12 minutes. Remove from heat and use tongs or a slotted spoon to transfer chicken to a cutting board. Let cool then, dice chicken.
  • Make the salad, in a large skillet, toast the walnuts over medium-high, stirring constantly, until golden, about 8 minutes. Scrape onto a plate and let cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, celery, shallot, parsley, and lemon zest and juice. Season with salt and pepper. Add the diced chicken and cranberries. Crumble 1 cup of the walnuts over top and toss to combine.
  • Top with a handful of cranberries and crumble the remaining ¼ cup walnuts over top. Serve with bread and lettuce to make sandwiches.

CRANBERRY-WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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I made these simple yet special cranberry walnut chicken salad sandwiches for a birthday party. Tangy cranberries and crunchy celery pep up the chicken. Leftover turkey works well, too. -Shannon Tucker, Land O' Lakes, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons honey Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cubed rotisserie chicken
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
8 lettuce leaves
16 slices pumpernickel bread

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard and pepper. Stir in the chicken, cheese, celery, cranberries, walnuts and parsley., Place lettuce on 8 slices of bread; top each with 1/2 cup chicken salad. Top with remaining bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 469mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

CHUNKY CHICKEN SALAD WITH GRAPES AND PECANS



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This chicken salad with grapes is ready in a snap when using rotisserie chicken and a few quick chops of pecans, sweet onion and celery. -Julie Sterchi, Jackson, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1-1/4 cups seedless red grapes, halved
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped sweet onion, optional
Lettuce leaves or whole wheat bread slices, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Add the chicken, grapes, pecans, celery and, if desired, onion; mix lightly to coat. If desired, serve with lettuce leaves or whole wheat bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 22g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 180mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

RACHEL'S CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD



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This is a great sandwich filling that they make at the diner in the hospital where I work, but I fancied it up a bit with some green onions and pecans. A great way to use up leftover chicken. Delicious!

Provided by Rachel Mehl

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cooked chicken breast halves, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise, or to taste
2 green onions, chopped
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Ocean Spray® Craisins®)
¼ green apple, shredded
¼ cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon dried dill weed

Steps:

  • Mix together the chicken and mayonnaise in a bowl, stir to coat well, then stir in the green onions, dried cranberries, apple, pecans, lime juice, salt, pepper, and dill weed. Serve immediately, or refrigerate several hours or overnight (the flavor just gets better).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 46.1 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 187.1 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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Cubed cooked chicken speeds assembly of these cute and filling chicken salad sandwiches. Dressed up with cranberries and served in dinner rolls, they're ready in no time in Sandra Sprinkle's Anniston, Alabama kitchen.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 tablespoons Miracle Whip Light
8 dinner rolls
8 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the chicken, cranberries, onion, celery, salt and pepper. Stir in Miracle Whip. , Cut tops off rolls; hollow out each roll, leaving a 1/2-in. shell. Line each with a lettuce leaf; fill with chicken salad. Replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 796mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRANBERRY WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD



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Make and share this Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by john_audreyhorton1

Categories     Fruit

Time 40m

Yield 7-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 dash salt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons honey dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Stir together all ingredients.
  • Serve over bed of spinach or with whole grain bread for sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.7, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 34.4, Sodium 177.6, Carbohydrate 5.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.6, Protein 10.9

Tips:

  • For the most flavorful sandwich, use fresh cranberries. If you're using frozen cranberries, thaw them completely before using.
  • To make the cranberry sauce, you can use a food processor or a blender. If you're using a food processor, be careful not to over-process the cranberries, or you'll end up with a smoothie.
  • If you don't have any walnut pieces, you can use chopped pecans or almonds instead.
  • To make the sandwich, spread the cranberry sauce on one slice of bread and the mayonnaise on the other. Add the chicken, walnuts, and lettuce, and then top with the other slice of bread.
  • You can grill or pan-fry the sandwich if you like. If you're grilling it, brush the outside of the bread with olive oil to prevent it from sticking to the grill.

Conclusion:

The chicken cranberry walnut sandwich is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that's perfect for lunch or dinner. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this sandwich a try.

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