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Chicken salad sandwiches are a classic for a reason. Add an avocado and you’ve got yourself a delicious lunch that is perfect to serve alongside potato chips, soup, or mixed greens! This super easy avocado chicken sandwich is sure to hit the spot. 

sandwich with lettuce tomatoes and chicken on a white plate.


Easy Chicken Salad Sandwiches with Avocado

Fresh, savory, and packed with protein, it’s easy to see how this lunchtime favorite has become a go-to for so many over the years. We love this easy chicken salad without mayo – instead I use avocado and greek yogurt to bind the mixture together. These are healthier with a bit of southwestern flair!

ingredients in avocado chicken sandwich.

Ingredients Needed

  • Chicken – This should be already cooked and either shredded or cubed. Rotisserie Chicken is great too!
  • Avocado – medium-sized and ripe avocado
  • Greek yogurt – nonfat, plain yogurt is best
  • Salsa – Use your favorite brand

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process shot of avocado chicken sandwich.
process shot of avocado chicken sandwich.
process shot of avocado chicken sandwich.
process shot of avocado chicken sandwich.

How to Make Chicken Salad Sandwiches without Mayo

  • Prepare the chicken: Take your cooked chicken and either shred or cube it. Shredding can provide a more even texture, but cubing can give it a more dynamic consistency. It’s up to you!
  • Combine the ingredients: Peel and seed your avocado and mash it thoroughly. In a medium bowl, mix avocado with salsa, salt, pepper, and yogurt. Once combined, stir in your shredded or cubed chicken and mix thoroughly. 
  • Build the sandwiches: On the bread of your choice, place a generous dollop of chicken salad and top it with your desired veggies. Enjoy!

Variations

Part of the beauty of chicken salad is that you can pretty much add anything to it and end up with something yummy. A few popular variations include:

  • Using sour cream instead of greek yogurt
  • Adding hard-boiled egg
  • Using extra veggies like shredded carrot, diced red onion, or chopped celery
  • Adding a bit of sweetness with dried fruit, like raisins
  • Swapping regular ol’ bread for something ~fancier~, like sourdough or soft rolls. 
sandwich with lettuce tomatoes and chicken on a white plate.

FAQs

Will chicken salad sandwiches get soggy?

If you store chicken salad with bread, yes, the bread will get soggy. If you want to save some of your salad for later, store it separately from the bread. 

Can chicken salad sandwiches be made a day ahead?

I recommend making the chicken salad ahead of time and assembling the sandwiches just before serving. 

Can I make avocado chicken salad without eggs?

Yes! Eggs are totally optional in chicken salad. 

sandwich with lettuce tomatoes and chicken on a white plate.

Avocado Chicken Salad Sandwiches

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A great sandwich for leftover chicken! Mix avocados with yogurt and salsa – no mayo – for a delicious Avocado Chicken Salad Sandwich!
Total Time 15 minutes
Yield 4 sandwiches
Serving Size 1 sandwich
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Ingredients
 

  • 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed, see note)
  • 1 medium avocado
  • ½ cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup salsa
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 8 slices Bread (or soft rolls)
  • Lettuce, tomato, and/or onion, optional
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Instructions

  • Shred or cube the chicken as desired.
  • Remove the flesh from the avocado and place in a medium bowl. Mash with a potato masher. Stir in yogurt, salsa, salt, and pepper. Stir in chicken.
  • Serve chicken salad on a soft roll or toasted sliced bread. Top with lettuce, tomato, and onion if you wish!

Recipe Notes

The easiest chicken to use is a rotisseire one from the grocery store. Simply shred and use in the recipe. You can also cook chicken breasts (grill/roast/boil) and then dice or shred them. Or use leftover chicken from a previous dinner.

Recipe Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 223kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 462mg | Potassium: 504mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 168IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg
Nutritional information not guaranteed to be accurate
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Author Dorothy Kern

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73 Comments

  1. Can’t wait to see your write ups on the conference, sounds so great!!!
    Love this sandwich. I am not usually a fan of chicken salad, but this is the way I would eat it!

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  2. I am so glad you shared this recipe today! Im always searching for new ways to add avocados into my meals and this recipe looks super yum.

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  4. Can’t wait to hear all about the conference! I’m glad you had a fun time and got to be a real grown-up going to a grown-up conference! Haha 🙂 this salad looks incredible! I think it’s safe to say that eating a good avo a day isn’t satisfactory enough. NEEDS MORE AVO.

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  5. I attended BBC in Chicago last year, loved it! This is my kind of sandwich! I could eat avocados everyday. Love the combo of the yogurt and salsa!

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