Description
These chicken salad tea sandwiches feature a creamy, smooth filling with tender chicken and fresh ingredients, served on soft bread for a light and elegant bite perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken, finely chopped or shredded
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 slices soft sandwich bread
Optional: fresh herbs or grapes for variation
Instructions
1. Finely chop or shred the cooked chicken and place in a bowl.
2. Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Mix until smooth and evenly combined.
4. Fold in finely chopped celery.
5. Lay out slices of bread on a flat surface.
6. Spread an even layer of chicken salad onto each slice.
7. Top with another slice of bread and press gently.
8. Trim crusts for a clean finish.
9. Cut into small squares or triangles.
10. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Use soft bread for the best texture and easy cutting.
Do not overfill to keep sandwiches neat and structured.
Chill sandwiches briefly before slicing for cleaner edges.
Store covered in the refrigerator to prevent drying out.
Prepare filling ahead of time for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sandwiches
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg