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Cranberry Chicken Salad Tea Sandwiches

Delightful tea sandwiches filled with creamy chicken salad made from shredded chicken, cranberry sauce, and mayonnaise, perfect for any family gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, English
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Salad
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Rotisserie chicken is convenient.
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans Optional, can substitute with sunflower seeds.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Assembly
  • 8 slices bread (white, wheat, or your choice)
  • Lettuce leaves Optional for added crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook and shred 2 cups of chicken if not using pre-cooked. Optionally use rotisserie chicken.
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken with 1 cup of cranberry sauce, 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, 1/4 cup of chopped celery, and nuts if desired. Season with salt and pepper to taste and mix well until creamy.
Assembly
  1. Lay out slices of bread on a clean surface. Place lettuce leaves on each slice if desired.
  2. Spoon a generous amount of the chicken salad mixture onto one slice, then top with another slice of bread.
  3. Cut the sandwiches into triangles or quarters to create bite-sized pieces.

Notes

For best flavor, prepare the chicken salad a few hours in advance and chill. Store leftovers tightly wrapped in the fridge and consume within 2-3 days. Avoid freezing to prevent soggy bread.