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Classic Chicken Salad with Fresh Herbs

Up close view of a classic chicken salad sandwich on a croissant bun,

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Creamy classic chicken salad is a combination of juicy chicken, crunchy celery, white onions and mayonnaise. The addition of fresh herbs turn this simple classic into an elevated & refreshing main meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds poached chicken breast - chopped
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped white onion
  • 1/4 cup diced fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon diced fresh dill weed
  • 1 tablespoon diced fresh green onion
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 croissant rolls

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken breast, celery, onion, parsley, dill and green onion.  Mix together until well combined.
  2. Add the mayonnaise into the chicken, vegetable and herb mixture and mix together. 
  3. Add the vinegar, salt and pepper to the chicken salad mixture. Mix well.  
  4. Slice the 4 croissant rolls open lengthwise. Evenly distribute the chicken salad onto the rolls.  Serve & enjoy! 

Notes

  • See my instructions in the post to learn how to poach chicken breast.
  • You can substitute roasted or rotisserie chicken for poached chicken.
  • To make the recipe low-carb and/or gluten free, simply eliminate the croissant rolls.