Lemon Basil Chicken Sandwich
A bright and creamy sandwich featuring tender chicken tossed with lemon juice, Greek yogurt, mayo, and fresh basil, all layered with tomato and lettuce on soft sandwich buns.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 1 large tomato (sliced)
- 4 sandwich buns or bread slices
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped basil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Lightly toast the sandwich buns if desired for extra texture.
- Place a lettuce leaf on each bun bottom, add a generous scoop of chicken salad, and top with a tomato slice.
- Close the sandwich with the top bun and press gently. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
- Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Chilling the chicken salad for at least 15 minutes enhances the flavor.
- Rotisserie chicken works great for convenience and added flavor.
- Substitute Greek yogurt with sour cream or more mayo if preferred.
Find it online: https://tastyze.com/lemon-basil-chicken-sandwich/