Chicken sandwich
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy picnics with friends and loved ones, and what better way to elevate your picnic experience than with a delicious chicken sandwich and baked cheese chips? These delicious sandwiches are made with velvety Caesar mayo, sweet-tangy pickled red onions, salty bacon, nutty and rich artichoke hearts, crispy lettuce, and Worcestershire sauce-marinated chicken that all combine to create a truly mouth-watering eating experience. Paired with crispy cheese chips to add another layer of flavour and texture to your meal.
Ingredients
Caesar mayonnaise
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Double cream
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100 ml |
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Small garlic clove, crushed
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1 |
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Freshly squeezed lemon juice (.approx)
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2 tsp |
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Coarse salt
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pinches |
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Freshly churned pepper
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Neutral oil, e.g., rapeseed oil
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150 ml |
Pickled red onions
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Butter
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10 g |
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Red onions (approx. 200 g), cut into thin wedges
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2 |
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White balsamic vinegar
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100 ml |
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Cane sugar
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1 tsp |
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Coarse salt (to taste)
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½ tsp |
Marinated chicken
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Filets chickens (approx. 300 g)
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3 |
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Rapeseed oil (approx.)
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2 tsp |
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Worcestershire sauce (approx.)
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2 tsp |
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Rapeseed oil (approx.)
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2 tbsp |
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Coarse salt (to taste)
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pinches |
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Ground black pepper (to taste)
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pinches |
Crunchy cheese crisps
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Grated cheddar and maasdam cheese
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100 g |
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Serve with
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Romaine lettuce
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4 Leaves |
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Of fried bacon
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8 |
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Artichoke hearts in oil, cut into bite-sized pieces
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100 g |
Instructions
Caesar mayonnaise
Pickled red onions
Marinated chicken
Crispy cheese chips
Serving chicken sandwiches
Recommended information
Serving suggestion
Tips
Caesar mayonnaise, pickled onions, marinated chicken, and cheese chips can easily be made the day before. Simply store the different components in airtight containers in the fridge.
Tips
Use spare Caesar mayonnaise as a dip for your cheese chips or crunchy vegetable sticks. You can keep it in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Tips
If you are making your chicken sandwich components ahead of time, it is best to wait to assemble them until right before serving or packing up your picnic basket. This will help ensure that the bread stays fresh and does not become soggy. If it is assembled too far in advance, the filling can start to seep into the bread and make it mushy.
Questions about chicken sandwich and cheese chips
With an easy recipe for chicken sandwich, making delicious deli-quality sandwiches at home is no challenge. To learn more about chicken sandwiches and cheese chips, continue reading below where we have answered some questions about both.
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Pack your picnic basket with the best chicken sandwich and baked cheese chips
A pulled chicken sandwich is perfect for enjoying outside. It is easy to pack, store, transport, and eat by hand. All to say, it is the perfect choice for a picnic in the park or the backyard if you cannot wait to sink your teeth into a delicious chicken sandwich. As a bonus, all the components can be made ahead if you need to save time on the day of your outing.
The ultimate chicken sandwich is made with delicious, toasted bread, tender chicken, and a great selection of fillings and toppings. Our version is made with creamy Caesar mayonnaise, pickled red onions, salty bacon, rich and nutty artichoke hearts, crunchy lettuce, and, of course, lovely, marinated chicken. It is, as such, full of great flavours and textures.
Spread with a savoury Caesar mayo
Chicken sandwich with mayo is a classic. But there is no reason to opt for simple, plain mayonnaise when you can easily make your own Caesar mayonnaise from scratch. Inspired by the classic Caesar salad dressing, this Caesar mayo made with lemon juice and garlic has a strong, tangy flavour with a prominent garlic taste. The lemon juice provides a bright, acidic note that cuts through the richness of the mayonnaise, while the garlic adds a pungent and slightly spicy taste.
Perfect for slathering on chicken sandwich buns, creamy Caesar mayonnaise is an incredibly versatile condiment that can add a burst of flavour to many dishes. The simplicity of the mayo with lemon juice and garlic allows the other ingredients in the Caesar chicken sandwich to shine through and provide additional layers of flavour.
Shredded chicken in a delicious marinade
To make a fried chicken sandwich sauce extra scrumptious, the meat needs a marinade to infuse it with flavour. Fortunately, it is quite easy to make one at home. By combining Worcestershire sauce, oil, salt, and pepper you can make a simple but tasty marinade with which to toss the shredded meat.
Worcestershire sauce has a distinctive, savoury, and slightly tangy taste that is often described as umami, heavy or 'meaty'. It is made from a blend of vinegar, molasses, anchovies, tamarind, onions, garlic, and spices, which gives the shredded chicken sandwich marinade a complex and rich flavour. It works well with mild-tasting chicken and will add depth and complexity to the sandwich.
An acidic kick from pickled red onions
Pickled red onions have a tangy and slightly sweet taste that is often described as sharp and vinegary. When cooked in mild and fruity white balsamic vinegar, this vinegary taste is distinct without being overwhelming. The pickling process gives the onions a unique flavour that is different from both raw and cooked onions.
The texture of pickled red onions is also distinct, as they become softer and more tender than raw onions, while still retaining a slight crunch. Owing to their taste and texture, pickled red onions are a great chicken sandwich filling. They add a bright, refreshing flavour to the sandwiches and thereby create a nice balance between richness and savouriness.
Serve with crispy cheese chips on the side
Cheese chips are a tasty and easy-to-make side dish that can be a great addition to a chicken sandwich. When baked in the oven, the cheese becomes crispy and golden brown, with a deliciously savoury and slightly nutty flavour. The crispy texture of the cheese chips provides a satisfying crunch that can complement the softness of the sandwich.
The flavour of the cheese can add another layer of richness and complexity to the overall taste of the chicken sandwich meal. You can even use it as one of the chicken sandwich toppings if you want more crunch inside the chicken sandwich. Since cheese chips are easy to make ahead of time and are good at retaining their crispy texture, they are an evident thing to bring on a picnic.
Experiment with the filling
There are many ways to experiment with the filling of a chicken sandwich. For one, you can change the marinade and play around with the seasoning. In summer, you can never go wrong with a classic BBQ marinade that makes you dream of grilling. If you want to spice things up, we suggest having a look at our smoky chipotle marinade.
You can also opt for different kinds of vegetables such as sun-ripened tomatoes or a more flavourful lettuce like rocket salad. Using another spread should also be included in our list of chicken sandwich ideas. A flavourful jalapeno dip is sure to turn up the heat if you enjoy the spicy and tangy flavour of pickled jalapenos.
A final option, we want to highlight, is making a chicken sandwich with cheese. You can either use your homemade cheese chips for a crunchy addition or use slices of your favourite cheese. Aged cheddar makes for a great chicken sandwich cheese as it will provide a lovely sharpness as well as some nutty undertones to each bite. Try different variations and combinations to discover the best chicken sandwich recipe to make summer sandwiches bursting with flavour.
