Hawaiian Crispy Chicken Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Hawaiian Crispy Chicken Salad is one of my go to meals when I want something that feels special but doesn't demand hours in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in under 50 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests without stress. I love how the sweet pineapple and toasted coconut transport you straight to the tropics, while the crispy wonton strips and macadamia nuts add the most satisfying crunch. Plus, macadamia nuts are packed with heart healthy monounsaturated fats that keep you feeling full and satisfied. The best part? You likely have most of these ingredients already, so it's budget friendly too. This salad proves that healthy eating doesn't have to be complicated or expensive.
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Ingredients
- 400chicken breast
- 250pineapple chunks
- 100macadamia nuts
- 200mixed greens
- 200cherry tomatoes
- 100cucumber slices
- 50crunchy wonton strips
- 50toasted coconut flakes
- 20 mlsoy sauce
- 10 mlhoney
- 10 mlrice vinegar
- 5 mlsesame oil
- 20crushed macadamia nuts
- 10 piecesgreen onions
- 10toasted sesame seeds
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Tip: For easy cleanup.
- 2
Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch pieces and place on the prepared baking tray.
Tip: Pat dry with paper towels before baking.
- 3
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
Tip: Flipping halfway through the cooking time.
- 4
Meanwhile, mix together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a small bowl.
Tip: For the dressing.
- 5
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, pineapple chunks, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, crunchy wonton strips, toasted coconut flakes, and crushed macadamia nuts.
Tip: To assemble the salad.
- 6
Add the cooked chicken to the salad bowl and drizzle with the dressing. Toss to combine.
Tip: Adjust seasoning to taste.
- 7
Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and green onions on top of the salad.
Tip: For added texture and flavor.
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