This Mediterranean Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad Sandwich has a creamy and fresh taste. We prepare this salad sandwich with shredded chicken breast, turkey bacon, plain Greek yogurt, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, fresh herbs, cucumber, celery, red onion, parsley, lettuce, tomatoes, and whole-grain bread. This salad sandwich contains approximately 27 g net carbs and 430 calories. We prepare this salad sandwich in just 30 minutes. This Mediterranean Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad Sandwich is ideal for healthy eating, busy weekdays, outdoor gatherings, packed lunches, weekend brunches, and protein-rich meal plans. We refrigerate the chicken salad filling for 3 days and freeze it for nearly 2 months, so you can easily prepare it e. You can serve this salad sandwich with Greek Salad, Hummus, Lentil Soup, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, or Fresh Fruit Salad.
STATS:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Course: Lunch, Main Course
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Diet: Mediterranean
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean Fusion
- Servings: 4
- Cooking Mode: Stovetop & No-Bake
- Difficulty Level: Easy
TOOLS:
- Bowl
- Small bowl
- Whisk
- Frying pan
- Chopping board
- Knife
- Spatula
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 cups of chicken breast
- 4 slices of turkey bacon
- Greek yogurt, ½ cup
- Two tbsp. olive oil
- One tbsp. lemon juice
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Dill, one tsp.
- ½ tsp parsley
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- ½ cup cucumber
- ½ cup celery
- ¼ cup red onion
- ¼ cup parsley
- 8 slices of bread
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 8 tomato slices
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
CHICKEN BREAST:
- We use shredded chicken breast as the main source of lean protein in this sandwich. As another option, you might use rotisserie chicken or cooked chickpeas.
TURKEY BACON:
- Turkey bacon provides a smoky, savory flavor while keeping the sandwich lighter. As a substitute, you can use chicken bacon or omit it.
GREEK YOGURT:
- Greek yogurt offers protein, decreases fat, and makes the chicken salad creamy. You can also use light mayonnaise, labneh, or plain yogurt.
WHOLE-GRAIN BREAD:
- Whole-grain bread adds fiber and makes the sandwich more filling. Alternatively, you can use whole wheat pita, sourdough bread, or lettuce wraps.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil adds healthy Mediterranean fats and enhances the dressing’s flavor. We could swap it with avocado oil.
CELERY:
- Celery gives the chicken salad a crisp texture and fresh flavor. Instead, you can use fennel or diced apple.
CUCUMBER:
- Cucumber gives the sandwich a delightful crunch and freshness. As an alternative, you can use diced bell peppers or zucchini.
PARSLEY:
- Fresh parsley provides a bright Mediterranean flavor and fresh aroma. We could also utilize basil or cilantro.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- We cook the turkey bacon till crispy.
- Cool it for some time and then make it crumble
- Stir the black pepper, Greek yogurt, salt, olive oil, onion powder, lemon juice, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, parsley, and dill in a dish.
- Include the parsley, celery, cucumber, and red onion.
- Whisk the crumbled bacon and shredded chicken till uniformly coated.
- Chill for almost fifteen minutes for a perfect flavor.
- Put the tomato slices and lettuce on 4 slices of bread.
- Distribute the chicken salad uniformly on the veggies.
- Garnish with the leftover bread slices, slice, & serve.
TIPS:
- Refrigerate the salad and then serve for a perfect flavor.
- For further crunch, you may toast the bread.
- Make small pieces by slicing the veggies.
- Use avocado for additional creamy texture.
- Garnish with feta cheese to get a Mediterranean touch.
- Prepare the filling one day earlier for a uniform, perfect taste.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRESH SALADS:
- Greek Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Chickpea Salad
- Arugula Salad
- Mixed Green Salad
SOUPS:
- Lentil Soup
- Tomato Basil Soup
- Vegetable Soup
- Minestrone Soup
- Chicken Vegetable Soup
HEALTHY SIDES:
- Roasted Sweet Potatoes
- Baked Zucchini Fries
- Herb Potato Wedges
- Fresh Fruit Salad
- Quinoa Salad
MEDITERRANEAN FAVORITES:
- Hummus
- Tzatziki
- Stuffed Grape Leaves
- Marinated Olives
- Roasted Red Peppers
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store this salad sandwich for just three days in a sealed box.
FREEZER:
- Store only the chicken salad filling for just 1-2 months.
FAQs:
Could we utilize canned chicken?
- Yes, you can use canned chicken, strain it perfectly, and then utilize it.
May we prepare this salad sandwich earlier?
- Yes, you can make this salad sandwich beforehand, as the chicken salad filling freezes for only two months.
Will we prepare this salad sandwich gluten-free?
- Yes, you can use non-gluten lettuce wraps or bread.
How could we include extra protein?
- Yes, you can stir in the chopped hard-boiled eggs or additional chicken.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 430 kcal
Sodium: 620 mg
Net Carbs: 27 g
Fiber: 5 g
Sugar: 5 g
Fat: 16 g
Protein: 36 g
Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Total Carbs: 32 g