Best 10 Chicken Salad Sandwiches En Casserole Recipes

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Craving a delectable and versatile dish that combines the classic flavors of chicken salad with the convenience of a casserole? Look no further! Our collection of chicken salad casserole recipes offers a symphony of flavors and textures, catering to diverse preferences and dietary needs. From the classic chicken salad casserole, bursting with tender chicken, crisp celery, and a creamy dressing, to its mayonnaise-free counterpart, featuring a tangy Greek yogurt-based dressing, each recipe promises a unique culinary experience. And for those with dietary restrictions, we've included a gluten-free option, ensuring everyone can indulge in this delightful casserole. Dive into a creamy, savory journey with our curated selection of chicken salad casserole recipes, each one a masterpiece in its own right.

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

CLASSIC CHICKEN SALAD



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A classic chicken salad recipe is always a favorite at a picnic, a barbecue, or an office potluck! Just a few ingredients can be transformed into a cold, creamy salad or filling for a homemade chicken salad sandwich or wrap!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups cooked chicken (chopped)
½ cup mayonnaise
1 stalk celery (chopped)
1 green onion (diced (or chives or red onion))
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
pepper to taste
1 teaspoon fresh dill (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve as a sandwich or over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Sodium 362 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 split (2 whole) chicken breasts, bone-in, skin on
Good olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup good mayonnaise, plus more for the bread
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1 cup small-diced celery (2 stalks)
8 to 10 slices health or seven-grain bread
1 package mesclun salad mix

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the chicken breasts, skin side up, on a sheet pan and rub them with olive oil. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through. Set aside to cool.
  • When the chicken is cool, remove and discard the skin and bones and cut the chicken into 3/4-inch dice. Place the chicken in a bowl and add the mayonnaise, tarragon, celery, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper and toss well.
  • To assemble, spread a little mayonnaise on half the bread slices, top with the chicken salad and mesclun mix, and cover with the remaining slices of bread. Cut in half and serve.

CLASSIC HOT CHICKEN SALAD



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Dress up your chicken salad with this recipe that transforms it into a warm, crunchy casserole using breadcrumbs and toasted almonds.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Lunch     Dinner

Time 32m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups chicken (cooked and cubed)
2 cups celery (thinly sliced)
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds
2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
2 tablespoons onion (finely chopped)
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese or a cheddar-jack combination
1 1/2 cups toasted breadcrumbs ( divided )
2 tablespoons butter (melted)
Garnish: chopped green onion or parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 F.
  • Butter a 2-quart baking dish or baking pan.
  • Combine the cubed cooked chicken, celery, mayonnaise, toasted almonds, lemon juice, and chopped onion in a bowl. Taste and add salt, if needed.
  • Stir 1/2 cup of the toasted breadcrumbs into the chicken mixture.
  • Spoon the chicken salad mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with the shredded cheese.
  • Toss the remaining 1 cup of toasted breadcrumbs with the melted butter. Sprinkle over the cheese layer.
  • Bake the casserole for 15 to 20 minutes, until the topping has browned and the filling is bubbly around the edges.
  • Garnish with chopped green onion tops or parsley, if desired.
  • Serve the chicken hot with cooked rice and a tossed salad, steamed broccoli, or green beans.
  • To toast the almonds, spread them out in a single layer in a dry skillet.
  • Place the skillet over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the almonds are lightly browned and aromatic.
  • Remove to a plate or bowl immediately so they won't over brown.
  • To make homemade toasted breadcrumbs , heat the oven to 325 F.
  • Cut or tear fresh or day-old bread into small pieces.
  • Spread out on a large rimmed baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle with a small amount of kosher salt , if desired.
  • Bake for about 12 to 14 minutes, or until dry and lightly browned.
  • Crush the dried bread coarsely or finely and use in the recipe.
  • Freeze extra breadcrumbs in a zip-close food storage bag.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 634 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 775 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 49 g, ServingSize 1 casserole (4 to 6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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These classic chicken salad sandwiches are open for interpretation. Depending on your level of prep, you can create them using either home-cooked chicken or a rotisserie chicken from the store. From there, the creativity is all up to you. Make them yours, make them delicious, make them again!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken or turkey
1 medium stalk celery, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/3 cup)
1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 slices bread

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix all ingredients except bread. Spread mixture on 4 bread slices. Top with remaining bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 1 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 630 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

CHICKEN SALAD CASSEROLE



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Field editor Doris Heath of Franklin, North Carolina shares her rich and creamy Hot Chicken Salad. Topped with crunchy potato chips and almonds, the comforting casserole could be made with leftover cooked chicken. -Doris Heath, Franklin, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups diced cooked chicken
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/2 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 12 crackers)
1/2 cup crushed potato chips
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, soup, celery, mayonnaise, mushrooms and onion. Stir in cracker crumbs. Spoon into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with potato chips and almonds. Bake 15 minutes longer or until bubbly and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578 calories, Fat 43g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 1044mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

FLAVORFULLY FANTASTIC CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH



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This is an easy and tasty chicken salad to throw together in a pinch. One thing we loved about this salad is it is not a large salad, just a few servings. Great if you're only cooking for two. The apples and cranberries give a little bit of sweetness while the pecans add a certain nuttiness to balance things out. We love the...

Provided by Melissa Varady

Categories     Salads

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 10 oz can(s) white meat chicken
12 pecans, finely chopped
1 shallot, finely chopped
1/2 green apple, finely chopped
1 stick of celery, finely chopped
6-12 dried cranberries or cherries, chopped
1-1 1/2 Tbsp mayonnaise
salt and pepper to taste
1 small tomato, diced
1-2 whole wheat pitas, cut in half

Steps:

  • 1. Put first 8 ingredients in a small bowl.
  • 2. Mix well.
  • 3. After thoroughly mixed, gently stir in tomatoes.
  • 4. Stuff salad into pitas and enjoy!

SMOTHERED CHICKEN QUESO CASSEROLE



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This easy, cheesy chicken casserole packed with creamy queso rice, green chiles and taco-seasoned chicken breasts will be an instant hit at the dinner table-even the picky eaters will love it!

Provided by By Madison Mayberry Hofmeyer

Categories     Entree

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon oil
3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half crosswise
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
1 jar (15 oz) Tostito's™ salsa con queso
3/4 cups half-and-half
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1 medium red or orange bell pepper, seeded, chopped
2 1/2 cups cooked white rice
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend (4 oz)
Chopped tomatoes and chopped fresh cilantro, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch baking dish or 2 1/2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Sprinkle chicken with taco seasoning mix. Cook chicken in oil 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until golden brown on both sides. Depending on thickness of chicken, it may not be cooked all the way through at this point but will finish baking in the oven.
  • In large bowl, stir together salsa con queso, half-and-half and chopped green chiles; stir in bell pepper. Reserve 1 cup of the sauce mixture. Stir rice into remaining sauce mixture.
  • Place rice mixture in casserole; top with chicken. Top with reserved sauce mixture, then shredded cheese. Cover with foil.
  • Bake 20 minutes; uncover and bake 10 to 15 minutes longer or until sauce bubbles and juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F).
  • Cool 10 minutes. Garnish with tomatoes and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1370 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

CLASSIC CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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Chicken salad sandwiches are perfect for lunches, sandwich suppers, and parties. Use cooked chicken or a rotisserie chicken for these sandwiches.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Lunch     Entree     Salad     Sandwich

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups chicken (cooked, chopped)
3 tablespoons onion (red or yellow; finely chopped)
1/4 cup celery (finely chopped)
1 large egg ( hard-boiled ; chopped)
1/3 to 1/2 cup mayonnaise (as needed to moisten the salad)
1 tablespoon dill pickle relish
1/4 teaspoon salt (or seasoned salt to taste)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
8 slices bread
Lettuce

Steps:

  • To bake boneless chicken breasts, preheat the oven to 350 F. Line a baking pan with foil.
  • Arrange the chicken on the pan and season lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Bake until the chicken registers 165 F on a food thermometer. Depending on the size and thickness of the boneless chicken breasts, it will take 22 to 30 minutes. Let cool and chop.
  • To poach boneless chicken breasts, place chicken in a single layer in a deep skillet or sauté pan.
  • If desired, add some herbs and chopped aromatic vegetables, such as onions, garlic, or carrots. Cover the chicken with water (about 1/2 to 1 inch above the chicken breasts) and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pan, and continue cooking for 8 to 15 minutes, depending on the size of the chicken pieces.
  • Check the chicken breasts with a food thermometer to ensure they are done to at least 165 F. Let cool and chop.
  • Once you've cooked the chicken, gather all of the ingredients.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cooked, chopped chicken, onion, celery, and egg. Stir to combine.
  • Add 1/3 cup of mayonnaise, the dill pickle relish, salt, and pepper to the chicken. Stir to blend well.
  • Add more mayonnaise to moisten, if desired.
  • Serve on bread with lettuce and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 106 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 703 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 31 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CRAIG CLAIBORNE'S CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH



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Originally printed in 1981, here is Craig Claiborne's take on the classic chicken salad sandwich. In his version, a combination of mayonnaise (preferably homemade) and yogurt is used which yields a lighter, tangier sandwich filling. He calls for using poached chicken, but the leftover roast chicken from last night would work beautifully as well.

Provided by The New York Times

Categories     easy, lunch, quick, snack, weekday, sandwiches

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 poached chicken, 3 1/2 pounds
1 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup drained capers
1/2 cup yogurt
3/4 cup mayonnaise, preferably homemade
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, or to taste
salt to taste, if desired
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
8 to 12 slices rye bread, either freshly toasted or left untoasted
Pickle strips, radishes or cherry tomatoes, for garnish

Steps:

  • Strip the cooked chicken meat from the bones and cut it into bitesize pieces. There should be about 3 1/2 cups. Put the meat into a mixing bowl. Add the celery, onion and capers.
  • Blend together the yogurt, mayonnaise and vinegar and add to the chicken mixture. Add salt, pepper, parsley and scallions and toss to blend.
  • Use the bread to make sandwiches, garnished, if desired, with pickle strips, radishes, cherry tomatoes or any garnish of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 644, UnsaturatedFat 36 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 51 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 36 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 864 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

HOT CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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A deliciously different Make-Ahead hot sandwich. Easy to prepare and requires just 20 minutes to bake. Cut in quarters for appetizers.

Provided by BeachGirl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 6 sandwiches, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 slices white bread
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans chicken breasts, drained
3 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped or grated
1/2 cup green olives, chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons dehydrated diced onions
3/4 cup mayonnaise
4 ounces cold pack sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Trim crust from bread.
  • Mix butter and cheese together and spread on the bread slices.
  • Mix together chicken, eggs, olives, onions, and mayonnaise.
  • Spread mixture on 6 slices of bread.
  • Place remaining bread slices, cheese side up, over the chicken filling.
  • Place sandwiches in single layer on large baking sheet.
  • ***Torefrigerate for later baking, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate now.
  • ***Preheat oven to 400 Degrees.
  • Heat sandwiches, uncovered, for about 20 minutes or until hot and cheese topping melts and bread is toasted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 606.4, Fat 41.4, SaturatedFat 18, Cholesterol 213.5, Sodium 852.2, Carbohydrate 33.5, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 4.7, Protein 25

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your chicken salad sandwiches en casserole even better. Look for high-quality chicken, mayonnaise, and bread.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken is dry and tough. Cook it just until it is cooked through, or it will become rubbery.
  • Use a variety of ingredients in your chicken salad: Don't just stick to chicken, mayonnaise, and celery. Add other ingredients like grapes, nuts, or chopped hard-boiled eggs to give your salad more flavor and texture.
  • Make sure your casserole dish is the right size: You don't want your casserole to be too crowded or too empty. Choose a dish that is just the right size for your chicken salad mixture.
  • Bake the casserole until it is golden brown: The casserole is done when the top is golden brown and the chicken salad mixture is bubbling around the edges.

Conclusion:

Chicken salad sandwiches en casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make a casserole that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken salad sandwiches en casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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