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Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Salad Recipe
Easy make-ahead chicken salad with sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts.
In brief
Easy make-ahead chicken salad with sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts. Sun-dried tomato chicken salad is high in protein and can be made ahead for sandwiches or wraps. Originally reported by Taste of Home.
Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Salad Recipe
This recipe combines shredded chicken with sun-dried tomatoes, Asiago cheese, and toasted pine nuts for a Mediterranean-inspired salad.
“A deli classic gets a Mediterranean-inspired makeover with this easy make-ahead recipe for sun-dried tomato chicken salad.”
Ingredients for Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Salad
Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, shredded chicken, mayonnaise, shallots, Asiago cheese, toasted pine nuts, salt, pepper, spinach, and sourdough bread.
How to Make the Salad
Combine chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, mayonnaise, shallots, Asiago, pine nuts, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Layer on toasted sourdough with spinach leaves.
Make-Ahead Tip
Prep the chicken salad at the start of the week or one or two days before serving and refrigerate for up to four days.
Recipe Variations
Replace mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter version, add celery, red bell pepper, or capers for extra flavor, or swap cheese for Parmesan or mozzarella.
Storage and Serving
Store in an airtight container for up to four days. Assemble sandwiches fresh for best texture or add to salads and wraps.
Why This Recipe Works
The tangy sun-dried tomatoes, nutty Asiago cheese, and crunchy pine nuts create a balanced flavor profile that pairs well with fresh spinach and sourdough.
Serving Suggestions
Serve as sandwiches, wraps, or on top of salads. Add fresh basil leaves and cheese for a panini-style sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
One sandwich contains 617 calories, 50g fat, 108mg cholesterol, 429mg sodium, 10g carbohydrates, and 32g protein.
What matters most
Sun-dried tomato chicken salad is high in protein and can be made ahead for sandwiches or wraps.
