Description
This Chicken Salad features a delightful blend of shredded rotisserie chicken, crunchy pecans, sweet grapes, and crispy croissant croutons. Perfect for a quick lunch or as a light dinner, it’s both nutritious and satisfying with minimal prep time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups chopped croissants, 1-inch pieces
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 2 cups cooked shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped red grapes
- 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Arrange chopped croissant pieces on a large baking sheet in an even layer and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and crisp. Remove from oven and let cool.
- In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Season with kosher salt and black pepper and whisk until smooth and creamy to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, mix together romaine lettuce, shredded chicken, celery, grapes, toasted pecans, red onion, and parsley. Drizzle with the dressing and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
- Just before serving, sprinkle the salad with croissant croutons for added crunch and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure croissant croutons are baked to a golden brown for the best texture.
Feel free to substitute grilled chicken if desired, and adjust the dressing to your taste preference.
Store any leftovers without croutons to maintain crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg