Delish Avocado Chicken Salad Croissant
Creamy avocado chicken salad with crunchy celery, fresh dill, and bright lemon, tucked into buttery croissants for a quick, satisfying lunch.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped rotisserie or poached
- 1.5 cups ripe avocado, diced about 2 medium
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 cup celery, finely diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped or parsley
- 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 0.125 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 4 count large croissants, split lightly toasted if desired
- 4 count lettuce leaves butter or romaine
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon until smooth.
- Add about half of the diced avocado and mash it into the dressing to make it creamy.
- Fold in the chicken, remaining avocado, celery, red onion, and dill. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. For best flavor, chill the salad for 10 minutes while you prepare the croissants.
- Lightly toast croissants, line with lettuce, and spoon the avocado chicken salad inside. Close and serve immediately.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for speed. Swap half the mayo with Greek yogurt for a lighter option. Add halved grapes, chopped bacon, or sliced almonds for a twist. Store salad (without croissants) airtight up to 2 days; the lemon helps keep the avocado green.