Light, creamy, and full of flavor—these chicken salad sandwiches are perfect for lunch meal prep, picnics, or a quick, protein-packed dinner. Using Greek yogurt and light mayo keeps it healthy without sacrificing taste.
⏱️ Quick Details
- Yield: 4 servings
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
🧺 Ingredients
🥗 For the Chicken Salad:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded skinless chicken breast
- ½ cup non-fat Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup light mayonnaise
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup grapes, halved (red or green work!)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
🥐 For Serving:
- 4 small whole wheat croissants (can substitute with sandwich thins or lettuce wraps for lower carb)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the Chicken Salad
In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, light mayo, chopped celery, onion, grapes, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is creamy and evenly coated.
2. Assemble the Sandwiches
Slice each croissant in half and scoop a generous portion of chicken salad onto the bottom half. Top with the other half and gently press.
3. Serve & Enjoy!
Serve immediately, or wrap and chill for a quick grab-and-go meal later.
🍽️ Nutrition Estimate (per sandwich)
Note: Values may vary based on croissant size/brand and specific ingredient brands.
| Nutrient | Approx. Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~320 kcal |
| Protein | ~26g |
| Carbs | ~22g |
| Fat | ~14g |
| Fiber | ~2g |
💡 Make it even lighter:
- Use lettuce wraps or sandwich thins instead of croissants.
- Go 100% Greek yogurt (skip mayo) for a high-protein twist.
- Swap grapes for diced apple or leave them out for less sugar.
🧊 Storage Tips
- Fridge: Store chicken salad in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Do not pre-assemble sandwiches if storing ahead—keep salad and bread separate to avoid sogginess.
- Meal prep tip: Pack chicken salad in small containers with croissants or lettuce wraps on the side for an easy lunchbox option.
🛒 Shopping List
Proteins
- Cooked chicken breast (or rotisserie chicken)
Dairy
- Non-fat Greek yogurt
- Light mayonnaise
Produce
- 1 celery stalk
- Red onion
- Grapes
Pantry
- Dijon mustard
- Salt & pepper
Bread
- Whole wheat croissants (or wraps/thins)
🥗 Serving Ideas
- Pair with a side salad, veggie sticks, or fruit.
- Wrap it up in romaine or butter lettuce for a low-carb version.
- Add a slice of tomato or baby spinach for extra crunch.
