Hawaiian Chicken Salad A Taste of the Islands in Every Bite

Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings 4 servings

Calories 350

Enjoy a vibrant, tropical-inspired chicken salad packed with fresh fruits, nuts, and a creamy dressing that transports your taste buds to the islands.

Ingredients

Chicken

3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced rotisserie or grilled
1 cup pineapple chunks fresh or canned in juice
0.5 cup diced mango or papaya (optional) (for extra sweetness)
0.5 cup chopped macadamia nuts or slivered almonds
0.5 cup unsweetened flaked coconut
0.5 cup diced celery
0.25 cup sliced green onions
0.5 cup mayonnaise
0.25 cup coconut milk or pineapple juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon honey or agave nectar
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger or ground ginger
0.25 teaspoon ground coriander
to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Dice or shred the cooked chicken and drain the pineapple. Peel and dice mango or papaya if using. Chop nuts and slice green onions.
Whisk together mayonnaise, coconut milk or pineapple juice, lime juice, honey, ginger, coriander, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Gently fold chicken, pineapple, mango (if using), nuts, coconut, celery, and green onions in a large bowl. Pour dressing over and toss gently.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld.
Stir again before serving. Serve chilled on lettuce, in pita pockets, or with crackers.

Notes

For best flavor, chill the salad at least 1 hour before serving to allow the tropical flavors to develop.

Calories: 350kcal

Cost: $15

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Hawaiian

Keyword: chicken, Fruits, Tropical