Description
Succulent “chicken salad” elevates classic comfort with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients. Crisp vegetables and tender chicken blend seamlessly, promising a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 cups (473 ml) cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Fresh Ingredients:
- 1 cup (237 ml) celery, diced
- 1 cup (237 ml) red grapes, halved
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) apple, diced (Granny Smith)
Dressing and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving:
- 4 large croissants
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the foundational mixture by combining shredded chicken with creamy elements in a spacious mixing vessel, whisking until smooth and well-integrated.
- Introduce textural components like crisp celery, sweet grapes, and crunchy apple pieces, gently folding them into the chicken base to ensure even distribution.
- Enhance the flavor profile by sprinkling salt and freshly ground pepper, stirring delicately to maintain ingredient integrity.
- Select plump croissants and slice horizontally, creating a perfect canvas for the chicken salad filling.
- Generously layer the prepared chicken mixture onto the croissant bottom, ensuring complete coverage and maximum flavor potential.
- Crown the sandwich with the croissant top, creating a complete and enticing meal package.
- Optional: Refrigerate for approximately 30 minutes to allow flavors to harmonize and develop deeper complexity before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant visual and aromatic finishing touch, elevating the overall presentation and taste experience.
Notes
- Swap mayo for Greek yogurt or avocado to create a lighter, healthier version that reduces calories and adds extra nutrients.
- Toast nuts briefly to enhance their natural flavor and create a more robust crunch in the chicken salad mixture.
- Consider using rotisserie chicken for a quick time-saving technique that delivers tender, pre-cooked meat with minimal effort.
- Experiment with different herb combinations like dill, tarragon, or chives to add unexpected depth and brightness to the classic chicken salad profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg