Picnic Chicken Salad Croissants (Printable)

Tender chicken and sweet grapes blended with creamy dressing inside buttery croissants.

# Components:

→ Poultry

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded

→ Produce

02 - 1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
03 - 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Dairy

05 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
06 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt

→ Pantry

07 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1 teaspoon honey
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Bread

11 - 4 large croissants, split

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until dressing is smooth and well blended.
02 - Add diced chicken, halved grapes, chopped celery, and fresh parsley to the bowl. Gently stir until all ingredients are evenly coated with dressing.
03 - Taste the chicken salad mixture and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
04 - Split each croissant horizontally. Spoon a generous portion of chicken salad onto the bottom half of each croissant.
05 - Close each sandwich with the croissant top.
06 - Serve immediately, or wrap in parchment paper and refrigerate until ready to transport for your picnic.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, perfect for busy days
  • Sweet grapes add a delightful burst of freshness to every bite
  • The combination of Greek yogurt and mayonnaise creates a lighter, tangy dressing
  • Buttery croissants elevate this from ordinary to extraordinary
  • Portable and picnic-friendly, ideal for outdoor gatherings
  • Versatile recipe that can be customized to your taste preferences
02 -
  • Use a serrated knife to split the croissants cleanly without crushing them
  • Chill the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes before assembling for better flavor development
  • Don't overmix the chicken salad—gentle folding keeps the chicken tender and grapes intact
  • If transporting to a picnic, keep the chicken salad and croissants separate and assemble on-site
  • Store leftover chicken salad in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator
  • For the freshest taste, add the grapes just before serving to maintain their crisp texture
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