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Dill Pickle Chicken Salad Sandwiches

Take your classic chicken salad to the next level with this zesty and tangy Dill Pickle Chicken Salad Sandwich recipe. It's quick, easy, and packed with flavor!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Sandwiches
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dill Pickle Chicken Salad
  • 2 cups cooked and shredded or chopped chicken leftover rotisserie chicken is great
  • ¾ cup chopped dill pickles good quality
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons pickle juice from the pickle jar
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill
  • ¼ cup chopped celery
  • ¼ cup chopped or minced red onion
  • salt and pepper to taste
For Assembly
  • 4 croissants sliced in half
  • dill pickle slices optional, for topping
  • lettuce optional, for topping
  • black olives optional, for topping
  • fresh tomatoes optional, for topping

Equipment

  • Small bowl
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • airtight container

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, pickle juice, minced red onion, and dried dill until everything is nice and combined.
  2. Step 2: In a larger bowl, gently toss together your cooked shredded chicken, chopped celery, and those delicious chopped dill pickles.
  3. Step 3: Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the chicken and pickle mixture. Stir everything together until it's all beautifully coated and well combined.
  4. Step 4: If you like your chicken salad extra creamy, feel free to add another tablespoon of mayonnaise.
  5. Step 5: Taste your creation and add salt and pepper as needed. Remember, pickles can be salty, so start with a little!
  6. Step 6: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Step 7: Once chilled, slice your croissants in half. Generously spread the dill pickle chicken salad mixture onto the bottom halves.
  8. Step 8: Top with lettuce, extra dill pickle slices, black olives, or tomatoes, if desired.
  9. Step 9: Place the top halves of the croissants back on, give it a little press, and serve.

Notes

You can make the chicken salad mixture a day in advance. It actually tastes even better the next day! Store assembled sandwiches separately to prevent sogginess.