Croissant Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Elevate your lunch game with these delicious Croissant Chicken Salad Sandwiches. This recipe features tender chicken mixed with crisp green apples, crunchy pecans, and juicy grapes, all nestled in flaky croissants. Perfect for picnics, brunches, or a quick lunch, each bite offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make sandwich is not only satisfying but also nutritious, packed with protein and healthy fats. Enjoy a gourmet meal at home or on the go!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups cooked chicken (chopped or shredded)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 Granny Smith apple (chopped)
- 1 cup red grapes (halved)
- 4 croissants
- 1/2 cup pecans (toasted)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Spread pecans on a baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in the chopped chicken, halved grapes, chopped apple, finely chopped red onion, and toasted pecans until well combined.
- Slice each croissant horizontally and fill generously with the chicken salad mixture.
- Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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