Description
This Chicken Salad with Grapes, Pecans, and Croissant Croutons is a delightful mix of flavors. With tender chicken, sweet grapes, and a crunchy twist from croissant croutons, it’s a perfect choice for a quick lunch or a light dinner.
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. Spread the chopped croissant pieces on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring halfway through until golden brown and crisp. Allow to cool.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, shredded chicken, celery, grapes, toasted pecans, red onion, and parsley. Drizzle with the dressing and gently toss until well combined.
- Top the salad with croissant croutons just before serving for the best crunch and serve immediately.
Notes
Feel free to add your favorite fruits or nuts for a personalized touch.
For an even healthier option, use a low-fat Greek yogurt in the dressing.
The croissant croutons can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg