Description
Hawaiian Chicken Salad is a deliciously vibrant dish that combines juicy grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and sweet pineapple in a creamy dressing. Each bite offers a delightful mix of flavors reminiscent of tropical getaways, making it perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or quick lunches. Easy to prepare and bursting with color, this salad will make any gathering feel special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- ½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool before dicing.
- While cooling, chop pineapple and red bell pepper; slice green onions.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise and lime juice; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced chicken, chopped veggies, and dressing; toss gently.
- Serve in a dish and garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg