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Hawaiian Chicken Salad Recipe

Hawaiian Chicken Salad

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Experience a delightful burst of tropical flavors with this Hawaiian Chicken Salad Recipe. This refreshing dish combines tender chicken, sweet pineapple, crunchy nuts, and creamy dressing for a perfect blend of textures and tastes. Ideal for potlucks, brunches, or quick lunches, this salad can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Enjoy it on its own, in a wrap, or with crackers for a versatile meal that everyone will love!

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast (cut into ½" cubes)
  • 1 cup celery (sliced)
  • 3 ounces water chestnuts (sliced and chopped)
  • 1½ cups seedless grapes
  • 1 cup chopped macadamia nuts or slivered almonds
  • 1 (20-ounce) can pineapple chunks (no added sugar, drained)
  • ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes (toasted)
  • 1½ cups mayonnaise
  • ½ cup coconut milk
  • ½ tablespoon curry powder
  • ½ tablespoon soy sauce (tamari or coconut aminos)
  • Juice of half a lemon

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, water chestnuts, grapes, coconut flakes, pineapple, and nuts. Reserve some coconut and nuts for garnish.
  2. In another bowl, mix together mayonnaise, curry powder, soy sauce, lemon juice, and coconut milk until well blended.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad base and stir gently until all ingredients are coated.
  4. Cover the salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Before serving, garnish with reserved almonds and toasted coconut flakes.
  • Author: Sarah DuRoss
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: N/A
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 24g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg