Picnic Chicken Croissant Grapes (Print-Friendly)

Tender chicken, grapes, and creamy dressing come together in buttery croissants for a light meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Poultry

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded

→ Produce

02 - 1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
03 - 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Dairy

05 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
06 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt

→ Pantry

07 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1 teaspoon honey
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Bread

11 - 4 large croissants, split horizontally

# How To Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the dressing reaches a smooth, consistent texture.
02 - Add diced chicken, halved grapes, chopped celery, and fresh parsley to the dressing. Gently stir until all ingredients are evenly coated.
03 - Taste the mixture and adjust salt, pepper, or mustard as needed for desired flavor balance.
04 - Split each croissant horizontally. Spoon a generous portion of chicken salad onto the bottom half of each croissant.
05 - Place croissant tops over the filling. Serve immediately or wrap in parchment paper and refrigerate until ready to transport.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes of active time
  • Perfect for meal prep and packing for picnics or lunches
  • The sweet grapes add a refreshing burst of flavor that sets this chicken salad apart
  • Buttery croissants elevate this from ordinary to extraordinary
  • Customizable with your favorite add-ins and variations
02 -
  • Use a sharp serrated knife to split the croissants without crushing them
  • Don't overmix the chicken salad—gentle folding keeps the ingredients intact and the texture appealing
  • Chill the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld
  • If packing for a picnic, keep the sandwiches cold with ice packs until serving time
  • Toast the croissants lightly for extra crunch if desired
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