Recipe

Healthy Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich

Updated on 3 min read
GYT Recipe

This Healthy Chicken Salad is light, creamy, crunchy, and seriously satisfying—made with mostly ZeroPoint-style ingredients like chicken breast, Greek yogurt, celery, and lettuce. It tastes like classic deli chicken salad, but it’s way lower in fat and higher in protein. Perfect tucked inside a buttery croissant for a balanced lunch that feels like a treat.

Servings & Timing

  • Servings: 4 sandwiches
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes (if chicken is already cooked)
  • Chill Time: 30 minutes (recommended)
  • Total Time: 15–45 minutes
  • Difficulty: Easy

WW Points (Optional)

Points will vary depending on your plan and croissant brand.

  • Chicken + Greek yogurt base is very low-point
  • Croissant is usually the highest-point ingredient

Tip: Use a mini croissant or serve in lettuce wraps for lowest points.

Ingredients List

For the High-Protein Chicken Salad

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
  • ½ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp light mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • ½ cup celery, chopped
  • ½ cup grapes, halved (red or green)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp dried dill (or 1 tbsp fresh)
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste

For Sandwich Assembly

  • 4 small croissants (portion-controlled if possible)
  • 4 pieces butter lettuce (or watercress / romaine)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Chicken

Make sure the cooked chicken is cooled completely.
Dice it into small chunks or shred it—whichever texture you like best.

Place chicken in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2: Add the Crunch + Sweetness

Add the following into the bowl:

  • chopped celery
  • chopped red onion
  • halved grapes

This is what makes the salad feel fresh, crunchy, and deli-style.

Step 3: Make the Light Creamy Dressing

In a small bowl whisk together:

  • Greek yogurt
  • light mayonnaise
  • lemon juice
  • Dijon mustard
  • dill
  • salt + pepper

Taste and adjust seasoning.
If you want more tang → add extra lemon.
If you want more savory → add extra Dijon.

Step 4: Combine Everything

Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture.

Gently fold until the chicken is evenly coated.
The salad should look creamy but not watery.

Step 5: Chill for Best Flavor

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

This step makes a huge difference—the flavors blend and the texture thickens perfectly.

Step 6: Assemble the Sandwich

Slice croissants open.

Add lettuce on the bottom half, then scoop chicken salad on top.
Close and serve immediately.

Serving Suggestions

This is amazing served with:

  • raw veggie cup (cucumber, carrots, bell peppers)
  • air-popped popcorn
  • side salad with fat-free dressing
  • pickle spears or pickled onions

Storage

  • Store chicken salad filling in an airtight container
  • Keeps well for up to 3 days in the fridge
  • Do not freeze (Greek yogurt texture changes)
  • Do not reheat (best served cold)

Tips & Variations

Make It Even Higher Protein

  • Add 2–3 tbsp cottage cheese (blended smooth)
  • Add extra chicken breast
  • Add chopped boiled egg whites

Want It Sweeter?

Swap grapes for:

  • diced apple
  • dried cranberries (small amount)

Want It More Savory?

Add:

  • chopped pickles
  • relish
  • a pinch of garlic powder
  • smoked paprika

Lower-Carb / Lower-Points Option

Serve chicken salad:

  • over mixed greens
  • in lettuce wraps
  • in bell pepper halves
  • with cucumber slices like “chips”

Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving)

(1 sandwich)

  • Calories: ~330
  • Protein: ~30g
  • Carbs: ~35g
  • Fat: ~8g
  • Fiber: ~4g

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