Hawaiian Chicken Salad

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4.5

12 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    314 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Hawaiian Chicken Salad

A lighter version of a classic salad with Hawaiian flavors like pineapple and macadamia nuts!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • garlic whole clove
  • 1 cup pineapple fresh, chunks
  • 1/4 cup macadamia nuts coarsely chopped
  • 3 scallions sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup yogurt plain, Greek

Instructions

  1. Fill a 3 to 3.5-quart sauce pan full of water. Add the chicken breasts and garlic clove. Bring to a full boil and then turn off the heat and cover the pot. After 12 minutes, remove one of the breasts and cut into the thickest part to check to see if they are done (they should be cooked through and register at least 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer). If there is any pink, return to the pot for another 2-3 minutes and check again. Drain chicken through a colander, discard the garlic clove and cool slightly.
  2. Chop or shred the chicken into small pieces. Add the chicken, pineapple, macadamia nuts and scallions to a large bowl and set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the salt, pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, Dijon mustard, and yogurt.
  4. Add the yogurt mixture to the large bowl with the chicken mixture and toss well to combine.
  5. Serve on bread, over salad greens or with crackers, as desired.

Notes

  • SUBSTITUTIONS
  • •Greek Yogurt: You can use mayo instead of Greek Yogurt for a more traditional chicken salad.
  • STORAGE
  • •Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • •Make ahead: This salad can be prepared up to a day in advance. Store in the fridge and give it a stir before serving.
  • Make ahead
  • •Do not freeze: The fresh pineapple and Greek yogurt don’t freeze well. Freezing may affect texture and flavor.
  • Do not freeze

Nutrition Information

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Serving 0g Calories 314kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 43g (86%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) Cholesterol 111mg (37%) Sodium 594mg (25%) Potassium 822mg (17%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 349IU (7%) Vitamin C 24mg (27%) Calcium 89mg (9%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 314 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 0g
Calories 314kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 43g 86%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 111mg 37%
Sodium 594mg 25%
Potassium 822mg 17%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 349IU 7%
Vitamin C 24mg 27%
Calcium 89mg 9%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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