Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Chicken Salad Croissants—perfect for a light lunch or brunch:
Chicken Salad Croissants
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red grapes, halved (optional for sweetness)
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds or chopped pecans (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 croissants, sliced in half
- Lettuce leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken salad
- In a medium bowl, combine chicken, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, grapes, and nuts.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble croissants
- Slice croissants in half horizontally.
- Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half if desired.
- Spoon chicken salad over the lettuce and top with the croissant top.
- Serve
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.
Tips
- Make ahead: Chicken salad can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the fridge.
- Add-ins: Chopped apples, dried cranberries, or fresh herbs like dill or parsley.
- Variation: Toast the croissants lightly for extra texture.
I can also provide a gourmet version with a creamy yogurt-mayo blend, fresh herbs, and a hint of lemon for extra brightness 🥐🍗.
