Smoky Hawaiian Chicken Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Smoky Hawaiian Chicken Salad that brings a perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors to your table. Featuring tender, paprika-seasoned chicken breasts cooked to juicy perfection, this recipe is brightened by fresh pineapple chunks, crisp red bell pepper, and zesty red onion. Mixed greens and cilantro add a fresh base, while a homemade lime-honey dressing infused with soy sauce and toasted sesame oil ties everything together. For an extra flair, try grilling the pineapple to amplify the smoky essence. Ready in just 35 minutes, this wholesome, tropical-inspired salad is sure to be a hit for weekday lunches, light dinners, or as a stunning dish for entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 small red onion
• 6 cups mixed salad greens
• 0.25 cup cilantro leaves
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons salt

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the seasonings evenly over both sides.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the inside reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 3

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Dice the red bell pepper into small pieces. Thinly slice the red onion. Keep the pineapple chunks fresh or grill them if desired for added smokiness.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to create the dressing. Adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper if needed.

Step 5

In a large salad bowl, arrange the mixed greens. Top with sliced chicken, pineapple chunks, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro leaves.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine all the flavors or serve with the dressing on the side.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy the smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors of this Hawaiian-inspired chicken salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1354.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1285.5

Total Fat 47.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 2156.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 99.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 63.8g
Protein 120.2g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 273.6mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 2917.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.0%

Protein: 36.7%

Carbs: 30.3%