Enjoy a Tasty Chicken Salad Croissant
These Chicken Salad Croissants are a delicious balance of creamy, crunchy, and buttery goodness. Made with tender chicken, crisp celery, a touch of Dijon, and nestled in a flaky croissant, this easy sandwich is perfect for a light lunch, picnic, or casual brunch. It’s simple, satisfying, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or diced
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk celery finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 buttery croissants sliced in half
- Optional: lettuce tomato slices, or baby greens for layering
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken, mayo, Dijon, celery, lemon juice, and parsley.
- Mix until well coated. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
- Slice each croissant in half horizontally.
- Layer the bottom half with lettuce (if using), followed by a generous scoop of chicken salad.
- Close with the top half of the croissant and serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Rotisserie chicken works beautifully here and saves time. For extra texture, add halved grapes or chopped pecans. For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt in place of some or all of the mayo. Assemble just before serving to keep the croissants fresh and flaky.