Hawaiian Grilled Chicken Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with this vibrant Hawaiian Grilled Chicken Salad! I absolutely love making this dish because it comes together in just 50 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. The juicy grilled chicken paired with sweet pineapple and crunchy macadamia nuts creates an irresistible combination that feels indulgent yet surprisingly light. Macadamia nuts are packed with heart healthy monounsaturated fats that support your overall wellness. What makes this recipe so appealing is how simple it truly is, with minimal ingredients you likely already have on hand. The vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation make it feel restaurant quality, but honestly, anyone can pull this off at home.
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Ingredients
- 400chicken breast
- 100macadamia nuts
- 200pineapple chunks
- 200mixed greens
- 50red onion
- 50hawaiian dressing
- 20soy sauce
- 10brown sugar
- 5ginger paste
- 30lime juice
- 20vegetable oil
- 2salt
- 1black pepper
- 10chopped fresh cilantro
- 10crushed sesame seeds
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken breast for 5-6 minutes per side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 74°C. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
Tip: Make sure to not overcook the chicken.
- 2
In a blender or food processor, combine the Hawaiian dressing, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger paste, lime juice, and vegetable oil. Blend until smooth.
Tip: Adjust the dressing to your desired level of sweetness and spice.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, pineapple chunks, macadamia nuts, and red onion.
Tip: You can customize the salad with your favorite toppings.
- 4
Add the sliced grilled chicken to the bowl and toss with the dressing until the chicken is well coated.
Tip: Make sure the chicken is coated evenly.
- 5
Season the salad with salt, black pepper, and chopped cilantro.
Tip: Add a sprinkle of sesame seeds on top for garnish.
- 6
Toss the salad gently to combine all the ingredients.
Tip: Serve immediately and enjoy!
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