Description
Hawaiian Chicken Salad is a tropical delight that brings the sunshine to your table. This refreshing dish combines juicy grilled chicken, sweet pineapple, crisp bell peppers, and creamy dressing, all topped with coconut flakes for added texture. Perfect for summer picnics or family gatherings, this vibrant salad is not only easy to prepare but also customizable, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Experience the taste of paradise in just a few simple steps!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- ½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and lemon juice until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
- 3. While the chicken cools, chop pineapple, bell pepper, and green onions into bite-sized pieces.
- 4. In a large bowl, combine chopped chicken, pineapple, bell pepper, green onions, and coconut flakes.
- 5. Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- 6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg