Chicken Salad on Croissants
Chicken Salad on Croissants is a delightful and satisfying dish that combines tender, shredded chicken with crunchy celery and sweet grapes, all nestled in flaky, buttery croissants. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also evokes memories of joyful picnics and family gatherings. Perfect for brunches, lunchboxes, or casual dinners, this gourmet treat will impress your friends and family with its vibrant flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup halved red grapes
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (toasted preferred)
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 flaky croissants
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Poach the chicken breasts in boiling water for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Let cool before shredding.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Mix Ingredients: Fold shredded chicken, celery, grapes, and nuts into the dressing until well coated.
- Assemble Croissants: Slice each croissant in half and generously fill with the chicken salad mixture.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy immediately or chill before serving for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant sandwich (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg