LEMON-TARRAGON CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES

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This sandwich is so good. The tarragon and lemon zest really send it over the top. You can also use a cooked deli chicken instead to make this even faster. From Bon Appetit, August 2001.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 27m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves, about 3 breasts
3/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
12 slices rye bread with seeds
2 cups romaine lettuce, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Bring large saucepan of salted water to boil.
  • Add chicken breasts; reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until chicken is just cooked through, about 12 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to plate; cool.
  • Mix celery, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, onion, tarragon, lemon juice, and lemon peel in large bowl to blend.
  • Cut chicken into 1/2-inch cubes; stir into mayonnaise mixture.
  • Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover; chill.).
  • Arrange 6 bread slices on work surface.
  • Spread with 3 tablespoons mayonnaise.
  • Divide salad among bread slices.
  • Top each with lettuce and second bread slice.
  • Cut sandwiches in half and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.2, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 67.5, Sodium 313.9, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 21.1

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