Best 2 Chicken Salad And Avocado Crostini Recipes

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Chicken salad and avocado crostini is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or light meal that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy chicken salad, slices of avocado, and crunchy crostini, this dish is sure to please everyone at your table. The chicken salad is made with cooked chicken, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and seasonings, while the crostini are made with slices of baguette that are toasted until golden brown. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is simply irresistible.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN SALAD AND AVOCADO CROSTINI RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Chicken Salad and Avocado Crostini Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by mjohnmeyer

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 French Baguette, sliced into 24 half inch slices
3/4 cup mashed Avocado
1/2 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
Salt and Pepper to taste
Chicken Salad
4 oz shredded chicken
1/4 cup celery, diced
1/4 grapes, diced
1 Tablespoon Red Onions, diced
1 Tablespoon Fresh Parsley, chopped
1 1/2 Tablespoon mayonnaise
1 1/2 Tablespoon plain Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
1/2 Tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
Salt and Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350. Place the baguette slices on a large foil-lined baking sheet. Spray both sides of the slices with cooking spray and sprinkle with a small amount of salt and pepper. 2. Bake until golden brown and toasted, about 15-18 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheets. 3. Meanwhile, prepare the Chicken Salad. Add shredded chicken, celery, grapes, red onions, and parsley to a mixing bowl. 4. Add mayo, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and 1/2 tablespoon of lemon juice to the bowl and mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to use. 5. In another small bowl, combine mashed avocados, 1/2 tablespoon of lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use. 6. Top each baguette with 1/2 tablespoon of the Avocado mixture and 1 tablespoon of the chicken salad. Serve immediately. navywifecook.com

CHICKEN SALAD CROSTINI RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Salad Crostini Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: baguette, extra virgin olive oil, kosher salt, green apple, Waldorf chicken salad, walnuts, shredded chicken breast, red grapes, celery, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, pepper

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 12 crostini

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 slices baguette, 1/2 in (1 cm), cut on a slight diagonal
extra virgin olive oil, to taste
kosher salt, to taste
24 slices green apple, thin
1 cup Waldorf chicken salad
2 tablespoons walnuts, chopped and toasted
1 cup shredded chicken breast
2 tablespoons red grapes, halved
2 tablespoons celery, finely chopped
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons lemon juice
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425˚F (220˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Arrange the bread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each piece of bread with olive oil. Lightly sprinkle with salt. Bake for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are light golden brown. Let cool.
  • Make the Waldorf chicken salad: In a medium bowl, combine the chicken breast, grapes, celery, mayonnaise, and lemon juice and mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place 2 apple slices on each crostini. Top with 1 heaping tablespoon of chicken salad. Garnish with ½ teaspoon chopped walnuts.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 7 grams

Tips:

  • For a creamy chicken salad, use a combination of light and dark meat chicken. Dark meat chicken has a richer flavor, while light meat chicken is leaner.
  • Shred the chicken into small pieces for a more even distribution of flavor and texture in the chicken salad.
  • Use a variety of fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, and chives, to add flavor and color to the chicken salad.
  • Add some chopped celery or onion for a crunchy texture.
  • Use a good-quality mayonnaise for the chicken salad. A homemade mayonnaise will have a richer flavor than a store-bought mayonnaise.
  • Season the chicken salad to taste with salt and pepper. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika for a little heat.
  • Serve the chicken salad on top of crostini, crackers, or bread. You can also use it as a sandwich filling.
  • Garnish the chicken salad with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of paprika before serving.

Conclusion:

Chicken salad and avocado crostini is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or lunch. The creamy chicken salad is perfectly complemented by the fresh avocado and crispy crostini. This dish is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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