Cranberry Apple Chicken Salad Croissants
This Cranberry Apple Chicken Salad Croissants recipe is bursting with fresh flavors and textures—perfect for a quick, indulgent lunch or picnic treat!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 1 cup fresh cranberries chopped
- 1 large apple diced
- 1/2 cup celery diced
- 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 croissants halved
Instructions
- Begin by shredding your cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Remove skin and bones if using rotisserie chicken. Chop fresh cranberries finely. Dice the apple into small cubes, leaving skin on. Chop celery and walnuts into similar-sized pieces.
- In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Stir well until fully blended.
- Add shredded chicken, chopped cranberries, diced apple, celery, and walnuts to the bowl with dressing. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently fold together with a spatula, keeping components distinct.
- Slice each croissant in half horizontally. For warm croissants, place cut side up on a baking sheet and toast in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
- Spoon a generous amount of the cranberry apple chicken salad onto the bottom half of each croissant. Top with the other half and press down gently. Serve immediately.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Sharp Knife
- Cutting Board
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Spoon or Spatula
- Baking Sheet
Notes
- Add more mayonnaise or a splash of lemon juice if the chicken salad feels dry.
- Balance tartness from cranberries with extra apple or a drizzle of honey.
- Toast croissants just before assembling to prevent sogginess.