Tangy Lemon Cucumber Chicken Salad Croissants Recipes

CHICKEN SALAD CROISSANTS

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This tempting chicken salad that gets its special taste from Swiss cheese and pickle relish. It's a favorite of my brother, who insists I make it whenever he visits. -Laura Koziarski, Battle Creek, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2/3 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup dill pickle relish
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup cubed Swiss cheese
6 croissants, split
Lettuce leaves

Steps:

Mix first 6 ingredients; stir in chicken and cheese. Serve on croissants lined with lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 593 calories, Fat 40g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 818mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

TANGY CILANTRO LIME CONFETTI SALAD

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I love standout salads that burst with flavor-the kind that make you feel as if you're splurging without having to eat that piece of chocolate cake. This is one of my very favorites, and everyone I serve it to loves it as well. -Jasey McBurnett, Rock Springs, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 medium sweet orange peppers, chopped
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed
1 container (10-1/2 ounces) cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
DRESSING:
1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2 garlic cloves, halved
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Place the first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Place dressing ingredients in a blender; cover and process until creamy and light in color. Pour over vegetable mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, up to 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 526mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges

CUCUMBER CHICKEN CROISSANTS

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When my friends and I were new moms, we started organizing lunchtime play groups for our kids. Here's one of the recipes I made for them. It's their hands-down favorite. -Shannon Brown, Omaha, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dill weed
4 croissants, split
4 lettuce leaves
4 slices provolone cheese
1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
1/2 pound thinly sliced deli chicken

Steps:

In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and dill. Spread over croissant bottoms. Top with lettuce, cheese, cucumber and chicken; replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 calories, Fat 26g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 1065mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CHICKEN SALAD CROISSANTS

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This simple chicken salad is made into sandwiches served on croissants. Although the recipe gives directions for microwaving the chicken, feel free to use leftovers or canned chicken. From Betty Crocker.

Provided by lazyme

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1/2 pound)
1/4 cup ranch dressing, creamy (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard
1/4 cup cucumber, chopped
1/4 cup tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons cashews, chopped
2 croissants, split
1 tablespoon mayonnaise or 1 tablespoon salad dressing
lettuce, if desired

Steps:

To microwave chicken:.
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.
Salad:.
Cut chicken into 1/4-inch pieces.
Toss chicken, dressing, mustard, cucumber, tomato and cashews.
Cover and refrigerate about 1 hour or until chilled.
Just before serving, spread cut sides of croissant halves with butter.
Spread chicken mixture over bottoms of croissants; top with lettuce and tops of croissants.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 615.5, Fat 38.8, SaturatedFat 13.9, Cholesterol 130, Sodium 889.6, Carbohydrate 31.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 8.8, Protein 34

CHICKEN SALAD CROISSANT SANDWICHES

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Parmesan cheese and dill make this the most incredible chicken salad I've ever tasted. For the no-cook version, use canned chicken. These sandwiches are a simple entree to serve at parties, showers or picnics.-Jaclyn Bell, Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
1/2 cup chopped cashews
1 celery rib, chopped
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 green onion, chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon dill weed
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 croissants, split

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In another bowl, whisk mayonnaise, buttermilk, lemon juice and seasonings. Pour over chicken mixture; mix well. Spoon chicken salad onto croissant bottoms. Replace tops.

Nutrition Facts :