Description

This Gordon Ramsay-inspired Chicken Sandwich is a gourmet take on a classic favorite. Featuring tender, shredded chicken, crunchy walnuts, tangy pickles, and a rich, creamy dressing, this sandwich is packed with flavor and texture. Buttered sandwich bread adds the perfect crispness, making every bite irresistibly delicious. Whether for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this recipe is a must-try!

Ingredients

For the Chicken Filling:

500 grams cooked chicken meat, shredded (from one large store-bought roast chicken)
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
1 green onion, finely sliced
75 grams walnuts, roughly chopped
3 tablespoons finely chopped cornichons or dill pickles
1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped

For the Creamy Sauce:

160 grams whole egg mayonnaise
160 grams sour cream (or full-fat yogurt)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice (or white wine or cider vinegar)
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For Assembly:

- Salted butter, softened (for spreading)
- 20 slices white sandwich bread (preferably day-old)

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, celery, green onion, walnuts, cornichons, and fresh dill. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
2. Create the Creamy Sauce
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
3. Combine Filling and Sauce
- Pour the creamy sauce over the chicken mixture. Stir until all components are evenly coated, resulting in a cohesive and flavorful filling.
4. Prepare the Bread
- Lightly butter both sides of each bread slice. This not only adds flavor but also prevents the bread from becoming soggy once the filling is added.
5. Assemble the Sandwiches
- Place a generous portion of the chicken filling onto a slice of buttered bread, spreading it evenly. Top with another slice of bread to form a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining bread and filling.
6. Optional: Trim and Slice
- For a classic presentation, you may choose to remove the crusts from each sandwich. Then, slice each sandwich diagonally to create two triangles.
7. Serve Immediately or Chill
- These sandwiches can be served immediately at room temperature. Alternatively, for a refreshing and firmer texture, cover them with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For added crunch, toast the bread before assembling the sandwich.
The chicken filling can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Swap walnuts for pecans or almonds for a different nutty flavor.
For a spicy kick, add a dash of hot sauce or sliced jalapeños.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (uses pre-cooked chicken)
Category: Sandwich, Lunch
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American