Pesto Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe

Step 1

Costco artisan rolls (or any preferred bread of choice)

Step 2

1 teaspoon of the juice from the sun-dried tomato jar for each roll

Step 3

Cracked black pepper for sprinkling

Step 4

Fresh arugula leaves

Step 5

Roasted red peppers (store-bought or homemade)

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped rotisserie chicken, finely chopped celery, carrots, and your choice of red or green onions.

Step 7

Add the julienned sun-dried tomatoes to the bowl, ensuring they are squeezed dry to prevent excess moisture.

Step 8

In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, honey, and pesto until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.

Step 9

Pour the pesto dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture, ensuring everything is evenly coated.

Step 10

Add the dried cranberries to the salad, providing a hint of sweetness and contrasting texture.

Step 11

Season the salad with salt and pepper to your taste preference. Mix well to incorporate all the flavors.

Step 12

For the sandwiches, start by slicing the Costco artisan rolls in half. Drizzle a teaspoon of the sun-dried tomato juice on the bottom of each roll and sprinkle some cracked black pepper.

Step 13

Preheat your oven broiler, and briefly toast the rolls to achieve a slightly crisp texture.

Step 14

Layer the bottom roll with fresh arugula leaves and roasted red peppers, adding a heaping scoop of the prepared chicken salad on top.

Step 15

Garnish the sandwich with green onions for an extra burst of flavor.

Step 16

Top the sandwich with the remaining roll, press gently, and your Pesto Chicken Salad Sandwich is ready to enjoy!