Description
A warm, creamy, and crispy twist on classic chicken salad—these Hot Chicken Salad French Bread Sandwiches come together in minutes with simple ingredients and deliver unbeatable comfort and flavor. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or game night munching.
Ingredients
3 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup sliced green onions
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
1 loaf French bread
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, mayonnaise, celery, green onions, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese until fully combined.
3. Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise and place it cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Spread the chicken mixture evenly across both halves of the bread.
5. Top each half with the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese.
6. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden.
7. Garnish with chopped parsley if using. Let cool slightly before slicing.
8. Serve warm.
Notes
You can make the chicken salad mixture a day ahead to save time—just store it covered in the fridge.
For extra flavor, sprinkle a little garlic powder or paprika over the cheese before baking.
Reheat leftovers in a toaster oven for best texture—avoid the microwave to keep the bread crisp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg