Chicken Salad Croissants

Dairy Free
Health score
39%
Chicken Salad Croissants
84 min.
2
574kcal

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Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic favorite with our Dairy-Free Chicken Salad Croissants! Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any time you crave a satisfying meal, this recipe combines tender, juicy chicken with a creamy ranch dressing that’s both rich in flavor and free from dairy. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, featuring crunchy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and a satisfying crunch from cashews.

What makes this dish truly special is its versatility. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or simply looking for a quick and delicious meal, these croissants are sure to impress. The buttery croissant halves provide the perfect vessel for the flavorful chicken salad, making it a delightful main course that’s easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy.

Ready in just 84 minutes, this recipe serves two, making it ideal for a cozy lunch date or a light dinner. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can savor every bite without the guilt. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to treat yourself to a scrumptious meal that’s as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eye. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 pound chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • 0.3 cup ranch dressing 
  • 0.5 teaspoon mustard yellow
  • 0.3 cup cucumber chopped
  • 0.3 cup tomatoes chopped
  • tablespoons cashew pieces chopped
  •  croissants split
  • tablespoon salad dressing 
  • serving lettuce 

Equipment

  • microwave

Directions

  1. Arrange chicken, thickest parts to outside edge, in 2-cup microwavable casserole or on microwavable plate. Cover tightly and microwave on High 3 to 4 minutes or until juice is no longer pink when centers of thickest pieces are cut. Uncover and refrigerate about 10 minutes or until cool enough to handle.
  2. Cut chicken into 1/4-inch pieces. Toss chicken, dressing, mustard, cucumber, tomato and cashews. Cover and refrigerate about 1 hour or until chilled.
  3. Just before serving, spread cut sides of croissant halves with butter.
  4. Spread chicken mixture over bottoms of croissants; top with lettuce and tops of croissants.

Nutrition Facts

Calories574kcal
Protein22.16%
Fat53.92%
Carbs23.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
104.6
Glycemic Load
17.66
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
23.84478239132%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.13mg
Apigenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.74mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:574.13kcal
28.71%
Fat:34.29g
52.75%
Saturated Fat:10.4g
65.02%
Carbohydrates:34.21g
11.4%
Net Carbohydrates:31.47g
11.45%
Sugar:10.81g
12.01%
Cholesterol:118.56mg
39.52%
Sodium:710.9mg
30.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.71g
63.42%
Selenium:52.89µg
75.56%
Vitamin B3:13.39mg
66.93%
Vitamin K:62.19µg
59.23%
Vitamin B6:0.98mg
49.03%
Phosphorus:432.35mg
43.23%
Vitamin B5:2.53mg
25.33%
Vitamin B1:0.37mg
24.97%
Manganese:0.48mg
23.98%
Potassium:709.28mg
20.27%
Magnesium:77.41mg
19.35%
Folate:76.51µg
19.13%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.78%
Vitamin A:863.41IU
17.27%
Copper:0.34mg
16.88%
Iron:2.64mg
14.68%
Zinc:1.85mg
12.36%
Vitamin E:1.79mg
11.96%
Fiber:2.74g
10.96%
Vitamin C:5.89mg
7.14%
Vitamin B12:0.37µg
6.15%
Calcium:52.76mg
5.28%