Waikiki Chicken Salad
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this vibrant Waikiki Chicken Salad, a refreshing combination of tender diced chicken breast, juicy pineapple chunks, crisp celery, and sweet red bell peppers. Infused with toasted slivered almonds and the subtle crunch of green onions, this salad is tossed in a creamy yet tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, protein-rich Greek yogurt, soy sauce, honey, and a zesty splash of lime juice. Perfectly balanced with savory and sweet flavors, this quick 20-minute recipe is served over crisp mixed greens, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch, picnic, or crowd-pleasing dinner. Whether you're craving a healthy, island-inspired dish or looking for a new spin on classic chicken salad, this versatile creation promises to delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 1 cup Pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 1 cup Celery, diced
- 1 cup Red bell pepper, diced
- 3 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 0.5 cup Slivered almonds, toasted
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 cups Mixed greens or lettuce leaves
Instructions
Dice the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Add the pineapple chunks, diced celery, diced red bell pepper, sliced green onions, and toasted slivered almonds to the bowl with the chicken.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated and combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, arrange the mixed greens or lettuce leaves on a serving platter or individual plates.
Spoon the Waikiki Chicken Salad over the greens and garnish with additional toasted almonds, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing tropical-inspired dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.8 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 417 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 2550 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.4 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.2 g | ||
| Protein | 144.1 g | 288% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 542 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2128 mg | 45% | |
*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.
