Chicken Salad Croissants

Of course! Chicken Salad Croissants are a classic, elegant, and always crowd-pleasing option for lunches, showers, brunches, or a light dinner. The buttery, flaky croissant provides the perfect vessel for the creamy, flavorful chicken salad.Here is a comprehensive guide to making the perfect chicken salad for croissants, including a classic recipe, popular variations, and expert tips.This recipe strikes a perfect balance between creamy, savory, and crunchy.

Yields: Filling for 4-6 large croissants

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Salad:

· 2 cups cooked chicken, cooled and shredded or diced (see “Pro Tips” for the best methods)
· 1/2 cup mayonnaise (best quality like Hellmann’s or Duke’s)
· 1/4 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (for tang and creaminess)
· 1 stalk celery, finely diced
· 2 tablespoons red onion or shallot, very finely minced
· 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
· 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill)
· 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
· Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

For Assembly:

· 4-6 large, fresh croissants
· Butter lettuce or green leaf lettuce (optional, for crunch)
· Sliced tomato (optional)

Instructions: