This creamy chicken sandwich filling is packed with flavour. Shredded chicken is cooked in butter with paprika and garam masala, then mixed into a tangy mayo and Greek yogurt dressing with crunchy veg and fresh herbs.
It’s perfect for lunchboxes, picnics or a quick dinner.
Creamy Chicken Sandwich
Tender shredded chicken, gently spiced and tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing with crunchy veg and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
- For the chicken
- 500g chicken breast
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp paprika powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ½ tsp garam masala
- ¼ tsp salt For the creamy filling
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp white pepper powder
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- ½ cup shredded lettuce
- 1 small carrot, shredded
- 2 tbsp fresh coriander or parsley, chopped To serve
- 8 slices of bread
- Mayonnaise, for spreading
- Butter spray, for the pan
Method
- Boil the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a pan, cover with water and boil until cooked through.
- Shred the Chicken: Drain the chicken and add it to a pan with the butter. Break it apart with a wooden spoon until it’s finely shredded.
- Season: Add the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, garam masala and salt. Stir well so all the chicken is coated.
- Make the Filling: Transfer the shredded chicken to a bowl. Add the mayo, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), Dijon mustard, black pepper and white pepper, then mix well.
- Add the Veg: Stir in the red onion, lettuce, carrot and coriander (or parsley).
- Assemble: Spread a little mayo on a slice of bread, add a generous layer of the chicken filling and cover with another slice.
- Toast: Spray a pan with butter spray and warm the sandwich over a medium heat until golden on both sides. Serve warm. Enjoy!
Storage
Keep the filling in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Make and toast the sandwiches just before serving.
Allergy information: Contains milk (butter, Greek yogurt or sour cream), egg (mayonnaise) and mustard. Most bread contains gluten (wheat). Always check the labels of the products you use.
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