Classic Chicken Finger Sandwiches

Nellie Kerrison

June 7, 2023

Classic is the name of the game when it comes to our Chicken finger sandwiches. This recipe has your back for your next high tea or gathering when a classic chicken finger sandwich is what you need and crave.

Classic Chicken Finger Sandwiches

Ava & I cooked and catered for a family friend’s golden wedding anniversary on Sunday. It was a very moving celebration. The groom (50 years on) & his family are living with full-scale Louis body dementia. The love in the room for the family was immeasurable. It was one of those moments where you feel so honoured to share in one another lives. It was also such an honour to love & care for people through food.

As I was preparing in the kitchen early Sunday, I headed to Instagram Stories to share some of the food prep and the music tunes that were keeping me company, and I chatted about glorious but classic Chicken finger sandwiches. After a little discussion, I promised I would share my recipe.

I haven’t shared my recipe for Classic Finger Sandwiches previously as, just like lasagne, I believe that everyone already has their own favourite recipe for chicken finger sandwiches, but we’re going with it. Too much of a good thing is truly wonderful & so I am sharing the recipe with you below. I hope you enjoy it very much.

Make Ahead and Storing:

You can make these the morning of your event. To store, lace in an airtight container with a layer of wax paper or baking paper over the top.

Notes:

You can use a free-range store-bought barbecue chicken if you are not poaching your own whole chicken.Sometimes I include 2 grated Granny Smith Apples. It is lovely, and you might like to try this too. To do so, coarsely grate the apples and add to the chicken (note: do not peel the apple, as the skin adds texture). Mix through with the mayonnaise mix.
Toasted flaked almonds can be swapped for toasted walnuts if you wish to play with the filling. Be sure to finely chop the walnuts before including them.

Most loaves of white sandwich loaves contain 15 slices of bread.

If you don’t wish to buy two different herbs, double up on the one that you choose.

I hope this recipe for Classic Chicken finger sandwiches goes down a treat at your next gathering. Let me know if you try these in the comments below.

Nellie

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Classic Chicken Finger Sandwiches

Makes 21 finger sandwiches

Classic Chicken Finger Sandwiches

A classic for a reason. Turn to this elicous recipe for classic chicken finger sandwiches for your nest party or gathering. They are such a crowd pleaser. You're going to love these.

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Course: sandwiches, party food, afternoon tea, party, chicken, chicken finger sandwiches, high tea

Cuisine: Australian, English

Prep Time: 30

Cook Time: 5

Servings: finger sandwiches

Calories: 256kcal

Author: Nellie Kerrison | Relish Mama

Cost: $20

Equipment

1 Bowl
1 Mixing spoon
1 Chopping board
1 Cooks knife

Ingredients

1 whole poached or roasted chicken *
2 small sticks of celery very finely diced
½ cup toasted flaked almonds roughly chopped
1 cup whole egg mayonnaise
1 lemon zested anda gentle squeeze (1-2 tablespoons) of the juice
1/4 cup flat leaf parsley chopped
1/4 cup chives chopped
sea salt
freshly cracked black pepper
1 loaf white sandwich bread
4 tablespoons butter for spreading

Instructions

Shred and roughly chop the roasted or poached chicken.
Combine the chicken with the celery, mayonnaise, lemon zest, 1-2 tablespoons of lemon juice and herbs. Season well with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Be sure to taste your mix and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Lightly butter four bread slices. Generously spread with the chicken mixture. Remove crusts and slice into ribbons. Use an electric carving knife for this job. If you have one, this is a great use for it.

Notes

*You can use a free-range store-bought barbecue chicken if you are not poaching your own whole chicken.

*Sometimes, I include 2 grated Granny Smith Apples. It is lovely, and you might like to try this too. To do so, coarsely grate the apples and add to the chicken (note: do not peel the apple, as the skin adds texture). Mix through with the mayonnaise mix.

*If you want to get fancy, add a small handful of sliced red grapes. Not classic, but they are such a lovely addition.

*Toasted flaked almonds can be swapped for toasted walnuts if you wish to play with the filling. Be sure to finely chop the walnuts before including them.

*If you don’t wish to buy two different herbs, double up on the one that you choose.

* *You can make the sandwiches in the morning of the event, if required. To keep as fresh as possible, store in an airtight container, in the fridge. A great tip is to cover the sandwiches with a sheet of wax paper and then a damp paper towel to keep them from drying out.

Nutrition

Notes:

*You can use a free-range store-bought barbecue chicken if you are not poaching your own whole chicken.

*If you want to get fancy, add a small handful of sliced red grapes. Not classic, but they are such a lovely addition.

*Toasted flaked almonds can be swapped for toasted walnuts if you wish to play with the filling. Be sure to finely chop the walnuts before including them.

*If you don’t wish to buy two different herbs, double up on the one that you choose.