Description
A fresh, gluten-free Hawaiian chicken salad with juicy grilled chicken, pineapple, peppers, avocado, and lime dressing. Perfect for healthy lunches and tropical-inspired dinners.
Ingredients
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2 chicken breasts or thighs
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1 cup pineapple chunks
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½ avocado, diced
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½ red bell pepper, sliced
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¼ red onion, thinly sliced
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4 cups mixed greens
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½ cup cucumber or shredded carrots (optional)
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2 tbsp chopped macadamia nuts or toasted coconut (optional)
Marinade/Dressing:
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3 tbsp olive oil
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1½ tbsp lime juice
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1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
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1 tsp Dijon mustard or tamari
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1 clove garlic, minced
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Salt, pepper, chili flakes to taste
Instructions
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Whisk all dressing ingredients. Marinate chicken in half for 15–30 mins.
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Grill or pan-sear chicken until golden and cooked through. Slice.
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Assemble salad with greens, pineapple, veggies, and avocado.
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Add sliced chicken. Drizzle with remaining dressing.
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Garnish with nuts or coconut and serve.
Notes
Use fresh pineapple and avocado for best results. For meal prep, store dressing and avocado separately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad, Lunch, Dinner
- Cuisine: Hawaiian-Inspired, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Calories: ~450 per serving