This chicken croissant sandwich is the perfect lunch when you want something quick and easy but still elevated and satisfying! It's also a great way to use leftover rotisserie chicken. Enjoy it on its own, or with a side of creamy potato leek soup!
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When I think of croissant sandwiches, I usually think of breakfast - eggs, cheese, ham, bacon, similar to this bagel breakfast sandwich. But croissants are so versatile, and I think they deserve more love than we give them!
A great way to make use of this light, flaky bread is to make chicken croissant sandwiches with them! This is a quick and easy recipe anyone can make, perfect for a fresh, flavorful lunch. It comes together in about 5 minutes with no cooking required, making it one of the easiest ways to turn leftover rotisserie chicken into a lunch that actually feels special.
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😍 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- No cooking required for this recipe! Just grab what you need from the fridge and assemble!
- Making this croissant sandwich is a great way to use up leftover rotisserie chicken, similar to my hot honey chicken sandwiches.
- Chicken croissant sandwiches are surprisingly filling!
🔖 Ingredients & Substitutions
- Chicken: I like to use rotisserie chicken breast
- Lettuce: I think butter lettuce works best for sandwiches, but feel free to sub it with your preferred leafy greens, such as iceberg lettuce, arugula, spinach, etc.
- Burrata: I recommend using the 2-oz "mini" burrata balls you can find at most grocery stores. Alternatively, you can use goat cheese, Gouda, Havarti, Swiss, or fresh mozzarella.
- Balsamic glaze: If you can't find it pre-made, you can make your own balsamic glaze at home.
- Salt & Pepper: Sea salt or, better yet, smoked salt and black pepper.
*See recipe card below for full list of ingredients
🥐 How To Make A Chicken Croissant Sandwich
Step 1: Slice the croissant in half. Spread mayonnaise on one half, then slice basil leaves into small strips and evenly distribute them. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 2: Layer chicken breast and sliced tomatoes over basil, then lay lettuce on the other half. Top with burrata, gently tearing it so that the cheese is evenly spread around. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze, then sprinkle on a little more salt and pepper.
Step 3: Assemble your chicken croissant sandwich, then slice in half and enjoy!
If you're looking for more delicious sandwich ideas, try this yummy gourmet grilled cheese with caramelized onions!
🍽 Serving Suggestions
This chicken croissant sandwich is filling on its own; however, I enjoy it with pickled turnips or pickled carrots on the side. This sandwich can also be served with a broccoli salad, a simple green salad, or French onion fries. Use leftover ingredients to make this delicious slow cooker caprese chicken stew!
🤷🏻♀️ Recipe FAQs
When making a sandwich, carefully slice the croissant in half lengthwise (along the "equator") with a bread knife. Try not to apply too much pressure to the top of the croissant to keep it light and fluffy.
If you want to toast your croissant, you can slice it in half and then toast it in a lightly buttered pan or skillet over medium heat until the bottom is golden brown.
You can prep the components (chicken, sliced tomato, torn burrata) up to a day ahead and store them separately in the fridge. Assemble the sandwich right before eating, and hold off on the olive oil and balsamic glaze until the last minute so the croissant doesn't get soggy.
Rotisserie chicken breast is the easiest option and what this recipe calls for, but leftover grilled or baked chicken breast works just as well. Just make sure it's sliced thin so it layers easily in the sandwich.
👩🏻🍳 Pro Tips
- If making this sandwich in advance, I recommend waiting until you're ready to eat before adding the olive oil and balsamic glaze so the bread doesn't get soggy.
- You can heat the croissant before making this sandwich, either in the microwave or by toasting it in a lightly buttered pan over the stove.
- Feel free to experiment and make this recipe your own!
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Ingredients
Method
- Slice the croissant in half. Spread mayonnaise on one half, then slice basil leaves into small strips and evenly distribute them. Season with salt and pepper.
- Layer chicken breast and sliced tomatoes over basil, then lay lettuce on the other half. Top with burrata, gently tearing it so that the cheese is evenly spread around. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze, then sprinkle on a little more salt and pepper.
- Assemble your chicken croissant sandwich, then slice in half and enjoy!
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Notes
- If making this sandwich in advance, I recommend waiting until you're ready to eat before adding the olive oil and balsamic glaze so the bread doesn't get soggy.
- You can heat the croissant before making this sandwich, either in the microwave or by toasting it in a lightly buttered pan over the stove.
- Feel free to experiment and make this recipe your own!
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