Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of a Mother’s Day Chicken Salad Croissant, where flaky, buttery croissants embrace a creamy, flavorful chicken salad bursting with fresh vegetables and zesty dressing. Perfect for brunch or gatherings, this easy-to-make dish is a delightful way to show your love and appreciation on any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 4 large croissants
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the chicken breasts in salted water until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove from heat and let cool before shredding.
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped celery, sliced green onions, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Slice each croissant in half horizontally. Fill generously with the chicken salad mixture.
- Optionally layer lettuce or avocado slices before closing the croissant sandwiches.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant sandwich (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg