The Chicken Salad Croissant
The Chicken Salad Croissant is a delightful and elegant sandwich that combines tender chunks of cooked chicken with creamy mayonnaise, crunchy celery, sweet grapes, and aromatic herbs, all nestled inside a buttery croissant. This classic sandwich offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it an ideal choice for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner. Whether served as a sandwich or plated with a side salad, the Chicken Salad Croissant is sure to impress with its delicious taste and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast diced or shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup celery finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
- 1/2 cup seedless grapes halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large croissants sliced in half
- Lettuce leaves for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: If you haven't already, cook the chicken breast until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. You can poach, bake, grill, or use rotisserie chicken for convenience. Once cooked, let it cool slightly before dicing or shredding into bite-sized pieces.
- Make the Chicken Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced or shredded cooked chicken with mayonnaise, finely diced celery, finely diced red onion, halved grapes, chopped parsley, and chopped dill (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until all the ingredients are well combined and evenly coated with the mayonnaise.
- Assemble the Croissants: Slice each croissant in half horizontally to create a top and bottom half. If desired, you can lightly toast the croissants for added crispiness. Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each croissant (optional).
- Add the Chicken Salad: Spoon a generous portion of the prepared chicken salad onto the lettuce leaf (if using) or directly onto the bottom half of each croissant.
- Top and Serve: Place the top half of each croissant over the chicken salad to complete the sandwiches. Serve immediately, or wrap each sandwich tightly in plastic wrap or foil for later.
- Enjoy: Serve the Chicken Salad Croissants as a delicious and satisfying meal for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner. Pair them with your favorite side dishes or enjoy them on their own for a simple yet elegant meal.
Notes
The Chicken Salad Croissant is best served fresh, but you can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Enjoy!