Description
Craving something fresh, creamy, and satisfying? This Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich is a flavor-packed classic made with juicy chicken, crisp celery, sweet grapes, toasted pecans, and a tangy dressing—all nestled inside a buttery croissant. It’s ideal for a quick lunch, weekend brunch, or picnic gathering. Whether you’re looking for easy lunch ideas, quick picnic food, or no-cook dinner options, this chicken salad croissant sandwich recipe delivers on every level.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
0.5 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
0.5 cup red grapes, halved
0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
0.25 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Salt and black pepper, to taste
4 fresh croissants, sliced
Green leaf lettuce (optional, for layering)
Instructions
1. If using raw chicken, cook and cool completely, then dice or shred.
2. Toast the chopped pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes until fragrant. Let cool.
3. In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken, celery, red onion, grapes, parsley, and toasted pecans.
5. Add the dressing and gently fold the mixture until well combined.
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
7. Slice the croissants open, layer with lettuce if using, and fill generously with the chilled chicken salad.
8. Serve immediately or pack for later.
Notes
1. Chill the chicken salad before serving to enhance the texture and blend the flavors.
2. Always use cooled or cold chicken—never warm—before mixing with mayo-based dressing.
3. Swap grapes for apples or use Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a lighter twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken salad sandwich, croissant sandwich, easy lunch recipe, brunch sandwich