Description
Enjoy these Chicken Caesar Croissant Sandwiches filled with a creamy chicken salad made from tender chicken, zesty Caesar dressing, and fresh herbs, all served in buttery croissants. Ideal for a satisfying lunch or light dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large croissants
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
- Extra Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or diced chicken with the Caesar dressing.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the bowl.
- Sprinkle in the chopped fresh parsley.
- Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) (optional).
- Slice the croissants in half horizontally.
- If toasting, place croissant halves cut side up on a baking sheet.
- Toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes until lightly golden and warm.
- Remove toasted croissant halves from the oven and let cool slightly.
- On the bottom half of each croissant, add a generous scoop of chicken salad.
- Top with a handful of chopped romaine lettuce.
- If using, sprinkle cherry tomato halves on top.
- Place the top half of the croissant on the sandwich and press down gently.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the sandwich with additional toppings like bacon or avocado.
- The chicken salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes