Best 8 Hawaiian Grilled Chicken Salad Recipes

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In the vibrant culinary landscape of Hawaiian cuisine, the Hawaiian grilled chicken salad stands out as a delectable dish that embodies the spirit of Aloha. This tantalizing salad is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring tender grilled chicken, a medley of colorful vegetables, and a tangy dressing that captures the essence of the islands. Whether you are a seasoned chef or an aspiring home cook, embarking on the journey to create the perfect Hawaiian grilled chicken salad can be a rewarding experience. Let's dive into the delightful world of flavors and discover the secrets behind this iconic dish.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

HAWAIIAN CHICKEN SALAD



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A giant salad loaded with the tropical flavours of Hawaii! This recipe is based on the marinade for these Hawaiian Chicken Skewers I shared a few weeks ago - see note 1 for how to REUSE the marinade for this recipe. This recipe also uses leftover Coconut Lime Cilantro/Coriander Rice that I shared as a side for the skewers.

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories     Dinner     Salad

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 27

Marinade ((Note 1):)
1/3 cup coconut milk ((from a can))
1/4 cup pineapple juice ((from can, save pineapple pieces))
1 tbsp tomato sauce/ketchup
1 tbsp soy sauce
Zest of 1 lime
2 garlic cloves (, minced)
1/4 tsp EACH onion powder (, cumin, paprika, ginger powder, salt)
Chicken & Salad:
1/2 tbsp olive oil
1 large chicken breast (, halved horizontally)
1/2 cup corn
1/2 - 3/4 cup pineapple pieces ((from can))
4 - 6 cups chopped lettuce
1/2 avocado (, cut into wedges)
1/2 red onion (, finely sliced)
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (, halved)
1 small carrot, finely shredded
1 - 1 1/2 cups Coconut Lime Cilantro / Coriander Rice ((Note 2))
Dressing:
1 1/2 tbsp lime juice
2 1/2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp finely chopped cilantro/coriander
1/2 garlic minced
1/2 tsp sugar or honey
1/4 tsp salt
Black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix together Marinade ingredients, marinate chicken for minimum 3 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Shake Dressing ingredients together in a jar, set aside for at least 15 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a non stick skillet over high heat (or BBQ). Add chicken and cook each side for 3 minutes or until golden. Remove and cover loosely with foil for 5 minutes, then slice thickly.
  • Sear 1/2 cup pineapple pieces and corn in the skillet until golden.
  • Pile salad ingredients on a platter and top with sliced chicken. Drizzle over Dressing. Serve and pretend you're in Hawaii!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 346 g, Calories 494 kcal, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Protein 36 g, Fat 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Cholesterol 86 mg, Sodium 868 mg, Fiber 4.5 g, Sugar 9.2 g, UnsaturatedFat 21.2 g

HAWAIIAN GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD



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"I liked the dressing on a Hawaiian chicken salad I tried at a restaurant, so I devised my own through trial and error," writes Lynn Merrifield, Watrous, Saskatchewan. "I make this salad at least once a week. You can also add mandarin oranges or pineapple chunks."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 grilled boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 cup Catalina salad dressing
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup honey mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 bunch romaine, torn
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cup sliced cucumber
3 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Place the chicken in a microwave-safe dish. Combine the salad dressing, lemon-pepper and garlic powder; pour over chicken. Cover and microwave at 50% power for 1-2 minutes or until heated through., Meanwhile, in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, lemon juice, honey, mustard, garlic tarragon and rosemary; shake well. On four plates, arrange the romaine, tomatoes, cucumber and onions. Top with chicken and drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510 calories, Fat 29g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 465mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

HAWAIIAN GRILLED CHICKEN



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This has become a family favorite! The key to the delicious flavor is letting the chicken sit in the marinade overnight, and then letting the cooked chicken sit in the green onion-butter bath! Suggested sides would be steamed rice, green salad, and sliced fresh pineapple for a meal that will transport you to the islands!

Provided by Laura Dietz Mulholland

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 4h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ cups unsweetened pineapple juice
¾ cup low-sodium soy sauce
¾ cup brown sugar
3 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced
1 (1/2 inch) piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of fat
1 stick unsalted butter
3 green onions, including green tops, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Whisk pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger together in a bowl until brown sugar has dissolved. Pour marinade into a resealable plastic bag. Add chicken thighs and coat with the marinade. Squeeze out excess air and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator, 4 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Reduce heat to low on one burner of the preheated grill. Place oven-safe dish over the low burner; add butter and green onions to the dish and allow to slowly melt. Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Grill chicken in batches over the medium burners, turning once, until juices run clear, about 10 minutes per batch.
  • When chicken is cooked, place each piece into the butter and onion "bath", turning a couple of times to ensure it is well coated. Continue to grill remaining chicken, adding each piece to the butter and onion "bath", pushing already-coated pieces to the side until all pieces have been coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.3 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 136.5 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 747.2 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

GRILLED HAWAIIAN CHICKEN



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This is a family favorite! Every time I serve this chicken, I get rave reviews! I serve this over coconut rice garnished with green onions. It makes a beautiful presentation. To make coconut rice, simply replace half of the water with coconut milk and cook rice as directed. This recipe makes a lot of marinade. If I am serving more people I will increase the amount of chicken and keep the recipe for the marinade the same. Goes really well with steamed broccoli or edamame.

Provided by Amy Snider Husk

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 4h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, trimmed
2 cups water
2 cups low-sodium soy sauce
1 (13.5 ounce) can coconut milk
1 ½ cups brown sugar
1 bunch green onions, chopped
¼ cup white onion, chopped
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ teaspoon minced garlic

Steps:

  • Whisk water, soy sauce, coconut milk, brown sugar, green onions, white onion, sesame oil, and garlic together in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add chicken thighs and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator, 4 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and discard the marinade.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529.8 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 106 mg, Fat 28.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 33.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.1 g, Sodium 2240.9 mg, Sugar 28.3 g

GRILLED HULI HULI CHICKEN



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I got this grilled huli huli chicken recipe from a friend while living in Hawaii. It sizzles with the flavors of brown sugar, ginger and soy sauce. Huli means "turn" in Hawaiian. This sweet and savory glaze is fantastic on pork chops, too. -Sharon Boling, San Diego, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup ketchup
3/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup sherry or chicken broth
2-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
24 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 6 pounds)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients. Reserve 1-1/3 cups for basting; cover and refrigerate. Divide remaining marinade between 2 large shallow dishes. Add 12 chicken thighs to each; turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, for 8 hours or overnight., Drain chicken, discarding marinade. , Grill chicken, covered, on an oiled rack over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°; baste occasionally with reserved marinade during the last 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 651mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 43g protein.

EASY HAWAIIAN CHICKEN SALAD



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I got this recipe from a woman that used to live in Hawaii and it is absolutely amazing! I use miracle whip for the recipe but it originally called for mayonnaise, which i don't care for so either can be used according to your preference. It is very good grilled on jalapeno cheese bread with havarti cheese.

Provided by TraciLWhite

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs shredded chicken breasts
2 (6 ounce) cans crushed pineapple, drained
1 small red onion, diced
1 (8 ounce) bag sliced almonds
2/3 cup Miracle Whip or 2/3 cup mayonnaise
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Boil chicken breasts until cooked thoroughly. Run cold water over chicken until cool then shred or cut.
  • Mix remaining ingredients in with chicken and enjoy!

HAWAIIAN GRILLED CHICKEN AND PINEAPPLE



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This is so yummy and really hits the spot especially in the summer months when it is warm and dinner outside is the answer! Time does not include marinading time.

Provided by QueenJellyBean

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
6 cups cooked rice
6 pineapple rings (or more)

Steps:

  • Combine soy sauce, pineapple juice, oil, brown sugar, garlic powder, ginger, dry mustard and pepper in a saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Let cool.
  • Pound chicken breasts to even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
  • Reserving 1/4-1/2 c of sauce, pour remaining sauce over chicken breasts in a shallow glass dish or ziploc bag.
  • Cover or seal and marinate at least 2 to 3 hours, or overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Grill over medium heat approximately 6 minutes per side, basting with reserved marinade. Grill until done.
  • When you turn chicken, if desired, dip pineapple rings in marinade- grill the pineapple sliced turning once.
  • Top chicken with pineapple and serve over rice.
  • Serves 6.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655.7, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 2822.1, Carbohydrate 78.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 17.8, Protein 35.5

HAWAIIAN GRILLED CHICKEN RECIPE



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Our family adores this Hawaiian Grilled Chicken and we know your family will, too!

Provided by Elyse Ellis

Categories     Main Course

Time 4h7m

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
1 cup water
1½ cups brown sugar
1 bunch green onions (chopped, (reserve some for garnish))
¼ cup white onion (chopped)
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon sesame oil
13.5 ounces coconut milk (1 can)

Steps:

  • Mix soy sauce, water, brown sugar, onions, garlic, sesame oil, and coconut milk in a large bowl. Place chicken breasts in marinade. Let chicken for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Grill chicken on a low heat so that the marinade does not burn for 5-7 minutes per side or until done. If you do not have a grill you can use a indoor grill pan.
  • Serve over rice, garnish with green onions and top with a little extra soy sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497 kcal, Carbohydrate 59 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 2318 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 54 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: Look for bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts. This will help keep the chicken moist and flavorful during grilling.
  • Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken in a flavorful marinade for at least 30 minutes will help infuse it with flavor and make it more tender.
  • Preheat your grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat before adding the chicken. This will help prevent the chicken from sticking to the grill and ensure that it cooks evenly.
  • Cook the chicken over indirect heat: If your grill has a lid, close it after adding the chicken. This will create a smoky, flavorful environment that will help the chicken cook evenly.
  • Baste the chicken: Baste the chicken with the marinade or a basting sauce every few minutes while it is grilling. This will help keep the chicken moist and prevent it from drying out.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through: Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. The chicken is cooked through when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Conclusion:

Hawaiian grilled chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. By following these tips, you can make sure that your Hawaiian grilled chicken is moist, flavorful, and cooked to perfection.

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