Hawaiian Chicken Salad
Discover how to make Hawaiian Chicken Salad. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
20
Prep Time
15
Cook Time
35
Total Time
2
Servings
⏱ Cooking Timer
Minutes : Seconds
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Discover how to make Hawaiian Chicken Salad. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
Ingredients
Instructions
Step 1
1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, pineapple juice, tomato sauce, soy sauce, lime zest, minced garlic, onion powder, cumin, paprika, ginger powder, and salt. Add the chicken breast halves, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2
2. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Step 3
3. Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine chopped lettuce, corn, pineapple pieces, avocado wedges, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and shredded carrot.
Step 4
4. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, sugar/honey, salt, and black pepper to taste.
Step 5
5. Combine: Add the sliced chicken on top of the salad mixture. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately on a bed of coconut lime cilantro rice if desired.
You Must Know
- ✓For extra flavor, grill the chicken instead of pan-frying—it adds a lovely smoky note.
- ✓Make sure to let the chicken rest after cooking; this keeps it juicy.
- ✓Adjust the sweetness of the dressing with more honey or sugar if desired to balance the acidity.
Chef's Notes
For extra flavor, grill the chicken instead of pan-frying—it adds a lovely smoky note.
Make sure to let the chicken rest after cooking; this keeps it juicy.
Adjust the sweetness of the dressing with more honey or sugar if desired to balance the acidity.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this Hawaiian Chicken Salad with a side of crusty bread or tortilla chips for a delightful crunch. It's perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a refreshing lunch on a warm day.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
550
Calories
36g
Protein
47g
Carbs
25g
Fat
Tags
Lily
Your go-to site for tasty, homemade recipes.
Follow us on social media
More Lunch Recipes
Hawaiian Chicken Salad
Discover how to make Hawaiian Chicken Salad. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
Ingredients (27)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, pineapple juice, tomato sauce, soy sauce, lime zest, minced garlic, onion powder, cumin, paprika, ginger powder, and salt. Add the chicken breast halves, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine chopped lettuce, corn, pineapple pieces, avocado wedges, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and shredded carrot.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, sugar/honey, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- Combine: Add the sliced chicken on top of the salad mixture. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately on a bed of coconut lime cilantro rice if desired.