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Classic Creamy Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich

Creamy chicken salad croissant sandwich with celery and cranberries on white plate
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This is a timeless, crave-worthy chicken salad sandwich featuring a perfect balance of creamy, crunchy, savory, and sweet flavors. It's deceptively simple to make and delivers restaurant-quality results from your own kitchen, perfect for a lazy weekend lunch or easy entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (about 1.5 lbs rotisserie or poached chicken)
  • 3/4 cup full-fat mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup celery, finely diced (about 2 stalks)
  • 1/3 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries or halved red grapes
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 to 6 large, bakery-style croissants
  • Optional: Butter lettuce leaves or mixed greens for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare all ingredients: Ensure chicken is cooled. Finely dice celery and red onion. Toast nuts in a dry pan for 3-5 minutes until fragrant, then chop.
  2. Make the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, and onion powder. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. Combine: Add the shredded chicken, diced celery, diced red onion, dried cranberries, toasted nuts, and fresh parsley to the bowl with the dressing.
  4. Fold gently: Using a spatula, gently fold all ingredients together until the chicken is evenly coated. Do not over-mix. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  5. Chill: Cover and refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Assemble: Slice croissants in half horizontally. Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half, top with a generous amount of chicken salad, and add the top croissant half. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, use completely cooled chicken and do not skip the 30-minute chilling time. Assemble sandwiches just before serving to prevent soggy croissants. The chicken salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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