Lemony Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwiches Recipe
These chicken salad sandwiches, made with croissants for a touch of buttery luxury, are wonderfully bright thanks to lemon zest and juice. Celery adds crunch, and a generous amount of parsley contributes freshness. Use store-bought rotisserie chicken or leftovers to make this a no-cook recipe. Alternatively, poach chicken breasts or cook them however you like.
Storage: Refrigerate the chicken salad for up to 3 days.
From staff writer Aaron Hutcherson.
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Ingredients
measuring cupServings: 4 (makes 4 sandwiches)
Directions
Time Icon Total: 15 minsStep 1
In a large bowl, stir together the chicken, celery, scallions, lemon zest and juice, mayonnaise, parsley, and mustard until combined. Taste, and season with salt, pepper, and more lemon zest and juice, as desired. You should have about 2 1/2 cups.
Step 2
To serve, place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each croissant, spoon on some chicken salad, add tomato slices, sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper, and top with the other half of the croissant. Serve right away.
Substitutions
Chicken breasts >> chicken thighs.
Whole-grain mustard >> yellow or Dijon mustard.
Croissants >> sandwich bread or rolls.
Green leaf or romaine lettuce >> any other salad green.
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Nutritional Facts
Per serving (1 sandwich)
Calories
640
Fat
45 g
Saturated Fat
12 g
Carbohydrates
42 g
Sodium
948 mg
Cholesterol
79 mg
Protein
17 g
Fiber
4 g
Sugar
9 g
This analysis is an estimate based on available ingredients and this preparation. It should not substitute for a dietitian’s or nutritionist’s advice.
From staff writer Aaron Hutcherson.
Tested by Aaron Hutcherson.
Published July 16, 2024
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