FLAVORFUL CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES

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At least a triple batch of my chicken salad is needed to satisfy hungry relatives at our summer family reunion. It's the most requested recipe I make. This salad is so versatile, it can be scooped onto a bed of lettuce or stuffed into a pita.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups pineapple juice
1/3 cup soy sauce
3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups water
1/2 cup each chopped green pepper, red onion and celery
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
10 lettuce leaves
10 sandwich rolls, split

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine pineapple juice and soy sauce. Pour 1-1/2 cups into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., Drain and discard marinade from chicken. In a large saucepan, combine the chicken, water and reserved marinade. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. Drain; cool slightly. Shred chicken., In a large bowl, combine the chicken, green pepper, onion and celery. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and seasonings. Spoon over chicken mixture; gently stir to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Serve on lettuce-lined rolls.

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