Ingredients
- Cooked chicken, shredded: 2 cups
- Mayonnaise: 1/2 cup
- Celery, finely chopped: 1/4 cup
- Red onion, finely chopped: 1/4 cup
- Sweet pickle relish: 2 tablespoons
- Yellow mustard: 1 tablespoon
- Hot sauce (like Tabasco): 1 teaspoon
- Sandwich rolls or bread: 4
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, sweet pickle relish, yellow mustard, and hot sauce.
- Step 2: Mix all ingredients well until everything is evenly distributed.
- Step 3: Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more hot sauce for extra heat, or more mayonnaise for a creamier consistency.
- Step 4: Spoon the chicken mixture generously onto the bottom half of each sandwich roll or slice of bread.
- Step 5: Top with the other half of the roll or slice of bread.
- Step 6: Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For best flavor, store leftover chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- To reheat, let the sandwich come to room temperature for about 15 minutes before enjoying – this softens the bread and allows the flavors to meld again.
- Serve these sandwiches with a side of crispy coleslaw or potato chips for a classic Southern meal.
- Don't be shy with the hot sauce; a little kick really elevates the flavor of this creamy chicken salad!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American