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Extreme Makeover Chicken Salad Sammy

This high-protein chicken salad sandwich provides a fresh and nutritious update to a classic lunchtime favourite. By swapping traditional mayonnaise for low-fat Greek yoghurt, the filling becomes lighter and tangier while remaining wonderfully creamy. The addition of sweet red grapes, crunchy toasted walnuts, and fragrant fresh dill creates a sophisticated balance of textures and flavours that elevates the humble sandwich into something truly special.

Ideal for a wholesome midday meal or a post-workout boost, this recipe is packed with lean protein and vibrant ingredients like peppery rocket and crisp radishes. Served on multigrain bread for extra fibre, it is a satisfying option for those seeking a healthy yet filling homemade lunch. You can even prepare the chicken mixture ahead of time for a quick assembly.

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Ingredients for Extreme Makeover Chicken Salad Sammy

  • 230g /224 g chicken breast

  • 80g /75 g red grapes, quartered

  • 2 tablespoons /14 g toasted walnuts, roughly chopped

  • 2 tablespoons /8 g dill, roughly chopped

  • 40g /25 g finely chopped spring onion

  • 80g /120 g low-fat Greek yoghurt

  • 1/4 teaspoons salt

  • Several grates of freshly ground black pepper

  • 8 slices multigrain bread

  • 2 cups/40 g rocket

  • 1 cup/116 g thinly sliced radishes

To cook the chicken, bring a saucepan of water to a boil over high heat. Add the chicken and simmer for 15 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove from water and cool completely. When cool, cut into 1/2-inch/1.3-centimeter dice. Place in a bowl with the grapes, walnuts, dill, spring onions, yoghurt, salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.

To assemble the sandwiches, place 4 slices of bread on a work surface. For each sandwich, top with 1/2 cup/10 grams rocket, 1/2 cup/70 grams chicken salad, 1/4 cup/29 grams sliced radishes and another piece of bread.

You can also try substituting prawns for the chicken and hazelnuts for the walnuts!

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 28 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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