Tarragon Chicken Salad on Croissants

Name: Tarragon Chicken Salad on Croissants
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 3 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 c. golden raisins; 4 tbsp. tarragon vinegar, divided; 1 1/4 c. mayonnaise; 1/4 c. chopped fresh tarragon; 3 tbsp. chopped fresh dill; 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard; 8 croissants, halved lengthwise

Flavorful chicken salad on a croissant. What could be a better lunch?

By Kelsey Barnard ClarkPublished: Mar 5, 2025

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tarragon chicken salad on croissants placed on a marble cutting board

Becky Luigart-Stayner for Country Living

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Serve alongside a Spinach and Frisée Salad and a Cream Cheese Pound Cake for the perfect spring meal.

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Ingredients

3 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup golden raisins
4 Tbsp. tarragon vinegar, divided
1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped fresh tarragon
3 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
8 croissants, halved lengthwise

Directions

1. Step 1Place chicken in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the internal temperature on an instant-read thermometer reads 160°F, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain and shred.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, combine raisins and 2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar in a small pot. Add water to just cover raisins. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and let sit until plump, 14 to 16 minutes. Drain.
3. Step 3Combine chicken, mayonnaise, tarragon, dill, mustard, raisins, and remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon mixture onto croissant bottoms, dividing evenly. Sandwich with tops.