Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich
Indulge in the heavenly combination of buttery, flaky croissants and creamy, flavorful chicken salad with this Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich recipe. Perfect for lunch, brunch, or a light dinner, this recipe blends tender diced chicken breast with a luscious blend of mayonnaise, chopped celery, red onion, and fresh dill for a burst of herbaceous flavor. Sweet red grapes and crunchy toasted almonds add irresistible texture, while a splash of lemon juice brightens the mix. Each sandwich is piled high on a crisp lettuce leaf and nestled between halves of a golden croissant for the ultimate balance of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and ideal for gatherings or meal prep, this elevated take on a classic chicken salad sandwich is a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups, diced cooked chicken breast
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 2 stalks, finely chopped celery
- 0.25 cup, finely chopped red onion
- 0.5 cup, halved red grapes
- 0.25 cup toasted slivered almonds
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 large lettuce leaves
- 4 large croissants
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cooked chicken breast, mayonnaise, chopped celery, finely chopped red onion, halved red grapes, toasted slivered almonds, and chopped fresh dill.
Step 2
Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir all the ingredients together until evenly mixed and the chicken is coated in the dressing.
Step 3
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper as preferred.
Step 4
Cut each croissant in half horizontally. If desired, lightly toast the croissants to enhance the flavor and texture.
Step 5
Place a large lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each croissant.
Step 6
Scoop a generous portion of the chicken salad mixture onto the lettuce.
Step 7
Top with the other half of the croissant to form a sandwich.
Step 8
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to a couple of hours if making in advance.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (911.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2784.8 |
| Total Fat 179.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 42.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 404.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2445.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 158.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 54.7g | |
| Protein 133.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 156.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 519.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories