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Hawaiian Chicken Salad

Refreshing Hawaiian Chicken Salad with Tropical Twist

A light and customizable Hawaiian Chicken Salad featuring chicken, pineapple, and veggies, perfect for busy days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Breast shredded, leftover or rotisserie works
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks fresh or canned
  • 1 cup Celery finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Gluten-Free Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • to taste Salt & Pepper for seasoning
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions or Cilantro use generously

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by shredding cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Next, finely chop the celery and red onion and add them to the bowl with the chicken.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine gluten-free mayonnaise and lime juice. Whisk until smooth, then season with salt and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture and gently stir until coated.
  5. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Give the salad a gentle stir before serving and garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Letting the salad chill enhances the flavor. Use fresh ingredients for the best results.

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