Cranberry Chicken Salad

Part 3 of the Cupcakes and Crowns - Pinkalicious birthday dinner party. 


The pink in this dish was highlighted by the dried cranberries.  Make this filling ahead and stuff the croissants just before party time.  The flavors and subtle and sweet with a tang from the lemon juice.  A great sandwich for dinner, lunch, or snack time.

Cranberry Chicken Salad

Serves 16

1 1/4 cup dried cranberries

2/3 cup chopped celery

1 large Granny Smith apple, diced

5 cups chopped cooked chicken

2 teaspoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons honey

1 cup reduced fat mayonnaise

2 tablespoons buttermilk

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

12 croissants, split

In a large bowl, combine the lemon juice, honey mayonnaise, buttermilk, salt and pepper.  Add the cranberries, celery, apple, and chicken.  Mix well.  Divide mixture between 12 croissants.  Refrigerate until serving.