Artichoke and Chicken Salad Sandwiches

By AzWench

Ingredients

• 1 (14 ounces) can artichoke hearts
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 (5 ounces) cans chunk style chicken, drained
• 1 stalk celery, chopped (1/2 cup)
• 12 slices wheat or white bread
• Lettuce leaves
• Cherry tomatoes (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Drain artichoke hearts thoroughly, pressing to remove excess liquid. Mash artichokes; stir in mayonnaise or salad dressing. Parmesan cheese, lemon juice and garlic powder. Stir in chicken and celery. Cover and chill in the freezer for 10-15 minutes or in the refrigerator until serving time. Spread the chilled artichoke chicken mixture on 6 of the slices of bread; top each with lettuce. Place the remaining bread slices atop sandwiches. Garnish with cherry tomatoes, if desired.