Description
Mother’s Day Chicken Salad Croissant is a delightful dish that combines flaky, buttery croissants with a creamy, herb-infused chicken salad. Bursting with fresh ingredients like celery and grapes, this recipe serves as a perfect centerpiece for your brunch table or an elegant light lunch. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, these croissants not only satisfy the palate but also elevate any gathering with their vibrant flavors and textures. Indulge in this flavorful creation that will surely impress your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
- 4 large butter croissants
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Boil water in a pot over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked.
- Shred the Chicken: Allow the chicken to cool slightly before shredding it into bite-sized pieces.
- Make the Salad Mixture: In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with mayonnaise, celery, grapes, herbs, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Prepare Croissants: Slice each croissant in half lengthwise to create pockets for filling.
- Assemble: Generously fill each croissant half with the chicken salad mixture. Optionally sprinkle additional herbs on top.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Assembling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filled croissant
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg