Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of flaky, buttery croissants and creamy chicken salad with our Mother’s Day Chicken Salad Croissants. This delightful recipe is easy to prepare and makes for a stunning centerpiece at any gathering. With rich flavors and fresh ingredients, these croissants are not just a meal; they’re a celebration of love, making them an ideal choice for special occasions like Mother’s Day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 buttery croissants
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Poach chicken breasts in simmering salted water until cooked through (165°F), about 15-20 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
- Prepare the Chicken Salad: Shred the cooled chicken and mix with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, green onions, herbs, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Assemble Croissants: Slice each croissant in half and spoon the chicken salad onto the bottom half.
- Serve: Place filled croissants on a platter and enjoy immediately at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added crunch and sweetness, consider mixing in grapes or walnuts. Store leftover chicken salad in an airtight container for up to three days.