Nutrition Facts for Maui chicken salad

Maui Chicken Salad

Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this vibrant and refreshing Maui Chicken Salad! Grilled chicken breasts seasoned with smoky paprika and garlic serve as the protein-packed centerpiece, while a medley of crisp romaine, juicy fresh pineapple, crunchy cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, and tangy red onion create a colorful, nutrient-rich base. Toasty macadamia nuts and fragrant cilantro add texture and a burst of flavor, perfectly complemented by a zesty homemade dressing featuring lime juice, honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Ready in just 35 minutes, this island-inspired salad is a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and citrusy goodness, ideal for light lunches or a crowd-pleasing dinner. Whether you’re looking for a tropical escape or a healthy meal full of bold flavors, this Hawaiian-inspired chicken salad delivers paradise in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100
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Prep Time:20 mins
Cook Time:15 mins
Total Time:35 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple
  • 1 medium cucumber
  • 1 medium red bell pepper
  • 0.5 medium red onion
  • 0.25 cup macadamia nuts
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 4

While the chicken cooks, prepare the vegetables: chop the romaine lettuce, dice the fresh pineapple, slice the cucumber, julienne the red bell pepper, and thinly slice the red onion.

Step 5

In a large serving bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, pineapple, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion. Add the macadamia nuts and cilantro leaves.

Step 6

To make the dressing, whisk together lime juice, honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 7

Toss the salad with the dressing until evenly coated.

Step 8

Top the salad with the grilled chicken slices.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, tropical flavors of the Maui Chicken Salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size 1244.5 grams (1244.5g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 1494
Total Fat 81.30g 104%
Saturated Fat 14.00g 70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.20g
Cholesterol 296mg 99%
Sodium 1831mg 80%
Total Carbohydrate 78.90g 29%
Dietary Fiber 13.90g 50%
Total Sugars 48.20g
Protein 119.00g 238%
Vitamin D 4IU 18%
Calcium 236mg 18%
Iron 9mg 49%
Potassium 2465mg 52%
*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: 48.0%
Protein: 31.2%
Carbs: 20.7%