Dinner

Chicken Salad Sandwiches Recipe

ByClara Bennett February 6, 2026February 6, 2026

Introduction

Chicken Salad Sandwiches are a fresh and flavorful option for a quick lunch or light dinner. Creamy, tangy, and filled with crisp veggies and sweet grapes, these sandwiches bring a lovely balance of textures and tastes. Using buttery croissants makes them feel a bit special and indulgent.

The image shows a white plate topped with a flaky, golden-brown croissant split open to hold green leafy lettuce as the base layer, followed by a chunky chicken salad mixed with small pieces of celery, red grapes, and herbs, creating a creamy white layer with hints of green and purple. On the side of the plate, there are crinkle-cut potato chips with a pale yellow color. The plate is set on a white marbled textured surface. In the background, part of another plate with similar croissant sandwiches is visible but out of focus. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped dill
2 cups cooked chicken (chopped or shredded)
1 rib celery (diced)
½ cup halved grapes
¼ cup diced red onion
4 croissants
Butter lettuce (for serving)

Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, red wine vinegar, and chopped dill until smooth and combined.
Step 2: Add the cooked chicken, diced celery, halved grapes, and diced red onion to the bowl. Mix everything well until the chicken salad is evenly coated.
Step 3: Slice the croissants in half horizontally. Scoop the chicken salad onto the bottom halves of the croissants.
Step 4: Top the chicken salad with butter lettuce leaves, then place the croissant tops over the filling. Serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, add chopped toasted walnuts or almonds to the salad mixture.
Swap croissants for whole wheat bread or wraps for a different texture or healthier option.
If you prefer a sweeter salad, substitute green grapes for red grapes or add a touch of honey to the dressing.
Use leftover roasted chicken or rotisserie chicken for quick preparation.

Storage

Store leftover chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep croissants separate to avoid sogginess and assemble sandwiches just before serving. If made in advance, you can refrigerate the assembled sandwiches wrapped tightly for up to 12 hours. Reheat croissants slightly in a toaster oven if desired before serving.

How to Serve

A golden brown croissant sandwich cut in half, filled with a creamy chicken salad mixture featuring visible chunks of chicken, diced green celery, red onion, small red cranberries, and fresh dill, all resting on bright green leafy lettuce inside the croissant. The sandwich sits on a round white plate with a beaded edge, and in the background, there are pale yellow crinkle-cut potato chips. The whole scene is set on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make chicken salad ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the chicken salad mixture up to 2 days ahead and keep it refrigerated in a sealed container. This makes assembling sandwiches quick and easy when ready to serve.

What can I use instead of mayonnaise?

You can substitute plain Greek yogurt or a mix of yogurt and a little olive oil for mayonnaise to make the chicken salad lighter while keeping it creamy.