Aloha Chicken Salad Recipe

Escape to paradise with this refreshing Aloha Chicken Salad! Perfect for a hot summer day, this vibrant salad is bursting with tropical flavors and is ready in minutes. A crowd-pleaser guaranteed to be your new favorite lunch or light dinner.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 221.2 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Aloha Chicken Salad

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How to Make Aloha Chicken Salad

  1. Cook chicken breast until fully cooked and shred or dice into bite-sized pieces. (approx 5 mins)
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained), 1/4 cup chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 2 tablespoons macadamia nuts (chopped), 1 tablespoon lime juice, and salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Gently toss all ingredients until well combined.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Serve chilled on crisp lettuce cups or enjoy it straight from the bowl.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

113g

Fat

4g

Carbs

11g