Classic Southern Smoked Chicken Salad
The best part about smoked chicken?
Making chicken salad with the leftovers!
Ingredients:
-2 cups smoked chicken, diced (leftovers from a smoked bird are perfect)
-1 cup mayonnaise (Recommended: Duke’s or Blue Plate for that classic Southern flavor)
-2–3 celery hearts, diced (Adds crunch and freshness)
-3–4 green onions, diced (Gives a mild, oniony bite)
-4 dill gherkins, diced (Better texture and flavor than typical sweet relish)
-1 tablespoon BBQ rub, or more to taste (Suggested: our Woodpecker blend is perfect for this recipe, but any favorite BBQ rub works. Adds an extra layer of smoky, sweet, & savory)
*Combine all ingredients into a bowl and mix well.
To Assemble the Sandwich:
-Mix all the salad ingredients together in a bowl until well combined.
-Toast a brioche bun.
-Add a bed of romaine lettuce to the bottom bun.
-Spoon on a generous heap of the chicken salad.
-Top with a thick slice of tomato.
-Add the top bun and enjoy!
Flavor Profile:
-Smoky + creamy + crunchy + tangy = super satisfying.
-The BBQ rub gives it a punch of flavor, while the gherkins and celery keep it bright and crisp.
