A classic French café‑style baguette layered with roasted chicken, crisp Autumn apple, and a silky Dijon‑honey spread. Bright, fresh and refined — perfect for lunch, light dinners, or meal prep.
Servings: 2 sandwiches Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes (using pre‑cooked chicken)
Ingredients
Sandwich
- 1 French baguette (or 2 small demi‑baguettes)
- 1 cup cooked sliced chicken (roasted or rotisserie)
- 1 apple, thinly sliced
- 1 handful spinach or arugula
- Fresh cracked pepper
Dijon‑Honey Spread
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the spread: Mix Dijon, honey, lemon juice, and salt until smooth.
- Slice the baguette: Cut lengthwise and lightly toast if desired.
- Assemble: Spread Dijon‑honey mixture on both sides of the baguette. Layer chicken slices evenly. Add apple slices and spinach or arugula.
- Finish: Add fresh cracked pepper. Close the sandwich and slice in half.
- Serve immediately or pack for lunch.
Storage
Best fresh. If packing for later, assemble without the spread touching the bread (to prevent sogginess). Keeps 1 day refrigerated.
Substitutions
- Apple → Pear
- Chicken → Turkey
- Spinach → Arugula or mixed greens
- Honey → Maple syrup
Beauty Benefits
- Apple hydrates and brightens skin.
- Chicken provides protein for collagen support.
- Honey softens and soothes dryness.
- Lemon helps even skin tone and boosts clarity.
