HEALTHY CHICKEN SALAD SLIDERS are just what Summer ordered. They are so fun for showers, parties, or any get together. The best part is you can eat more than one because the base is greek yogurt…guilt free AND delicious. You’ll love this healthy chicken salad sandwich recipe!
Healthy Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe
Healthy Chicken Salad Sliders are a healthier version of your typical chicken salad sandwich. Bring these to work for lunch or make them for a party!
This healthy chicken salad sandwich recipe is a life-saver! Easy lunches are something in demand year round, and all too often EASY equates to FAST, which can also equate to UNHEALTHY. It’s way too easy to hit the drive-thru or throw a Lunchable (no? just Pat?) in your bag to take to work. Why would you prepare a healthy meal when you’re short on time?
But these Healthy Chicken Salad Sliders change all that, and I couldn’t love this recipe more. They are so tasty, so easy to make, so flavorful, and best of all HEALTHY! This “skinny recipe” is made with greek yogurt to save some calories, You can prep the chicken salad the night before and make your sandwiches just before running out the door. Win win!
Make this easy and HEALTHY Chicken Salad Sandwich recipe for lunch. It doesn’t take long to make and actually good for you!
Healthy Chicken Salad Recipe
I LOVE chicken salad. When I still worked outside of the house, my favorite place to go for lunch was this little bakery that makes the BEST chicken salad. I always felt guilty eating it though, because I guesstimate that it was probably about 8000 calories per pound (give or take)! And they served it on grilled beer bread…Man it tasted so good, but it definitely wasn’t the healthiest thing to eat every day. Luckily, this healthy chicken salad sandwich recipe is JUST AS GOOD but it’s much better for you.
It starts with a delicious and HEALTHY chicken salad sandwich recipe. It’s great on these little sliders, but you can also make it as a regular side dish and eat it without the sandwich part. I used Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise, and that makes ALL the difference in calories. Plus the grapes, almonds, apples, and cranberries add some extra nutrition to this light and fresh recipe.
Easy Chicken Salad Sliders
One of my favorite things about this recipe is how easy it is to make. These sandwiches are whipped up in a flash and are easy to transport for a day at the beach or the pool. They’re perfect for a brunch with the ladies, or to pack in a quick lunch for work.
The secret ingredient to these healthy chicken salad sliders (and my year round obsession) is Greek Yogurt. You cannot go wrong when substituting it for mayo or sour cream in just about any classic recipe. You can even dab some on your quesadillas and you will never know the difference! Its light, delicious, and SO much better for you!
I made mine full of all sorts of add-ons, like grapes, slivered almonds, apple, and craisins, but you can customize this any way you like! You can add your favorites into the mix. I think it would be delicious with celery, pineapple, pecans…the list goes on and on.
Is a chicken salad sandwich good for you?
Usually the answer would be no. But luckily the answer for this recipe is yes! This healthy chicken salad sandwich recipe is a lighter, better for you version of the classic sandwich we all love. Replace the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt to get the same creamy texture without all those calories. And the other ingredients in this chicken salad recipe (grapes, almonds, chicken) are good for you too!
I can’t wait for you to try this delicious, easy, flavor-packed, HEALTHY chicken salad sandwich recipe. You’ll be amazed by how good it is, and even more amazed by the fact that you can eat it guilt-free. Make one for lunch or make a bunch to bring to a party.
Serve them up with a side of sweet potato chips, fresh fruit, or with a bowl of tomato soup.
See the recipe card for full details on how to make Healthy Chicken Salad Sliders. Enjoy!
If you like this healthy chicken salad sandwich recipe, try these other sandwich recipes:
- BLT Sandwich Sliders recipe
- Crock Pot French Dip Sandwich
- Mexican Chicken Salad Sandwiches
- Ham and Cheese Sliders
- Tuna Salad
- Turkey Salad Sandwich
- Chicken Lettuce Wraps
- Waffle Grilled Cheese
- Cucumber Sandwiches
Healthy Chicken Salad Sliders
Ingredients
- 6 whole wheat slider buns or pretzel buns for some added flavor
- 1/2 lb shredded and chopped rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup granny smith apples cubed
- 1 cup grapes halved
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3/4 cup plain greek yogurt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients (except the buns).
- Scoop out a spoonful of the chicken salad, and place onto each bun. Secure with a toothpick, if desired.
Last step! Don’t forget to show me a pic of what you made! Upload an image or tag me @thecookierookie on Instagram!
Nutrition Information
I have always disliked mayo AND miracle whip so I’ve been making my chicken salad like this ( or various versions, but always using yogurt as a binder). Everyone who’s ever eaten it loves it. Healthy and delicious. So glad others are catching on! My other favorite trick is using avocado in the same way for a more savory chicken or tuna salad! Tuna, red onion, lemon juice, mashed avocado are the base, then just let your imagination run wild with add ins. Current favorite for me is walnuts and almonds- I’m adding them to everything!
Thanks for sharing, Karen!
I wonder how it taste
These look terrific. I’m hosting a baby shower next weekend, and they’ll be a perfect addition. I’ve also linked to them on my blog’s healthy recipes weekend roundup. Delicious!
Aw thank you so much Kristi! So sweet of you. Hope you love them!
Thanks for the recipe! The only think I would change is to prepare my own chicken–Rotisserie Chicken (store bought) is not very healthy for you–super high in sodium and pumped with animal antibiotics…so many easy ways to prepare chicken in a much healthier way.
That’s a really good point. I’m still learning all the time, and I’m sure you’re right! Thanks for stopping by!!
I just made this and was wondering if you knew how long it wold stay good in the fridge?
With the yogurt I would think 2 or 3 days tops. I did have mine the next day and it was totally fine. Hope you love it! Thanks for stopping by :)
Just ate it and I love it! Thank you for the information!
I think this chicken recipe sounds so good~it’s awesome.
Thank-You so much for this recipe.
Thanks so much Sally! You’re always so sweet :)
Isn’t Greek yogurt amazing! Chicken Salad is one my favorites but I haven’t eaten it for a while because I don’t eat mayonnaise anymore. Sometime in the near future I’m going to try out this recipe. Pinning now :)
Yes!! I’m totally obsessed and always have it on hand. Hope you love the recipe if you try it! :) Thanks for stopping by
I made these tonight and they were an absolute hit. I changed the recipe a little bit and used peanuts instead of almonds and dried Thompson raisins instead of grapes. It was easy to make and delicious. I will definitely make it again. Thank-you!
Ahhhhh this chicken salad looks amazing!!!! On my list to make soon!
These look super yummy, filling AND healthy! I’m excited to try them!