Ingredients
– 1 box of assorted crackers (e.g., Ritz, Wheat Thins, or Triscuit)
– 1 cup cream cheese, softened
– ½ cup mayonnaise
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (or deli meats, if preferred)
– 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
– 1 cup bell pepper, thinly sliced
– ½ cup fresh spinach leaves
– ½ cup sliced olives (optional)
– 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (e.g., dill or chives), chopped
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating Crackers Party Sandwiches is straightforward. Follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Spread: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended.
2. Add Chicken: Stir in the shredded chicken (or deli meats) and fresh herbs into the cream cheese mixture. Mix until evenly coated.
3. Assemble the Sandwiches: Take one cracker and spread a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture on top.
4. Layer the Vegetables: Add a slice of cucumber, bell pepper, and a few spinach leaves on top of the cream cheese spread.
5. Top with Another Cracker: Place another cracker on top to create a sandwich. Press gently to secure.
6. Chill (Optional): For enhanced flavors, cover the assembled sandwiches with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 15-30 minutes.
7. Serve: Arrange the sandwiches on a platter and serve with extra crackers on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 sandwiches
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 5g