Description
Hawaiian Chicken Salad Bowl is a vibrant, tropical dish that brings the essence of the islands right to your table. This refreshing salad features juicy grilled chicken, sweet pineapple, and a colorful medley of crisp vegetables, all tossed in a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for summer cookouts or quick weeknight dinners, each bite delivers a delightful burst of flavor that will transport you to a beachside paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (any color)
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp honey or agave syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- 2. While chicken cools, chop pineapple, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion. Finely chop cilantro.
- 3. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey (or agave), salt, and pepper.
- 4. In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced chicken, chopped veggies, pineapple, red onion, and cilantro. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently until well combined.
- 5. Serve in bowls or on plates; garnish with extra cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg