This Hawaiian Chicken Salad Bowl is a tropical delight that combines the flavors of juicy grilled chicken, sweet pineapple, crunchy macadamia nuts, and a tangy citrus dressing. It’s a refreshing and satisfying meal perfect for a summer day.
Author:Mollyyeh
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:2 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Grilling
Cuisine:Hawaiian
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1cup diced pineapple
1/2cup chopped red bell pepper
1/4cup chopped red onion
1/4cup chopped cilantro
1/4cup chopped macadamia nuts
For the Marinade:
1/4cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Dressing:
1/4cup olive oil
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon honey
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Marinate the chicken breasts in this mixture for at least 30 minutes.
Grill the Chicken: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Let it rest before slicing.
Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and macadamia nuts.
Make the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper.
Combine and Serve: Slice the grilled chicken and add it to the salad. Drizzle with the dressing, toss to combine, and serve immediately.
Notes
You can also grill the pineapple for extra flavor.
Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite tropical fruits or nuts.