Easy Hawaiian Chicken Salad
Bright, tropical flavors come together in this Easy Hawaiian Chicken Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for lunch or dinner. Featuring tender shredded chicken, juicy pineapple chunks, crisp red bell pepper, and crunchy celery, this salad is a delightful mix of textures and tastes. A creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, and lime juice adds a tangy-sweet twist, while optional cilantro brings a burst of freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes and served chilled, this dish can be enjoyed on its own or as low-carb lettuce wraps for a light, healthy twist. Perfect for summer gatherings or meal prep, this quick-to-make Hawaiian chicken salad will bring a touch of the islands to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained if canned)
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 cup celery, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional)
- 4 romaine lettuce leaves for serving (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, pineapple chunks, red bell pepper, celery, and red onion. Toss gently to mix evenly.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, lime juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until the ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. If desired, stir in the chopped cilantro for added freshness.
Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a standalone salad, or spoon it into romaine lettuce leaves for a light and refreshing wrap.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2368 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.5 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 732 mg | 244% | |
| Sodium | 2086 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.7 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.7 g | ||
| Protein | 228.6 g | 457% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 313 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 3122 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
