CHICKEN SALAD WITH PINEAPPLE-LIME DRESSING

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Feel free to use arugula in place of watercress, or shrimp instead of chicken in this bright Chicken Salad. The pineapple-lime dressing is also great spooned over grilled fish or chicken, or simply stirred into rice.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon lime zest, plus 2 tablespoons juice (from 1 lime)
2 teaspoons minced shallot
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
3/4 to 1 teaspoon minced habanero or jalapeno chile, stemmed and seeded
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped pineapple
1 bunch (3/4 pound) watercress, thick ends trimmed
5 ounces baby spinach
1/3 cup toasted cashews, chopped
3/4 pound cooked chicken breast, shredded

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together lime zest and juice, shallot, honey, and chile. Add oil and whisk until combined. Season with salt and pepper and stir in pineapple. Add watercress, spinach, cashews, and chicken; toss until greens are coated with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 g, Fat 28 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 21 g

Nithila Queen
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This chicken salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the way the dressing brightens up the flavor of the chicken.


Hoowy Gaming
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dish to bring to a potluck or picnic.


Mohammad Noor Alam
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I love the way the pineapple and lime flavors work together in this salad. It's a refreshing and flavorful dish that's perfect for summer.


Adomah Mary
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken salad, but this recipe is delicious. The pineapple-lime dressing is amazing, and it really makes the salad.


Marilyn Cataldi
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the way the dressing brightens up the flavor of the chicken.


Tayyab Zia Mohammad
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. I love the way the pineapple and lime flavors complement each other.


Mohammad Arhamkhanzai
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I love the bright and tangy flavor of this salad. It's the perfect summer dish.


Emtiaz Emtiaz
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I'm always looking for new chicken salad recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's easy to make and always a hit with my friends and family.


SweetPsilocybin
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This is the best chicken salad I've ever had. The dressing is so flavorful, and the chicken is so tender.


Rafiq khan
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I made this salad for my family last night, and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it up!


Suhail Shah
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this salad. The pineapple and lime dressing is a perfect complement to the chicken.


David Murphy
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for summer cookouts or potlucks.


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I'm not usually a fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The pineapple-lime dressing is amazing, and it really takes the salad to the next level.


Mahmodur Rahaman Samim
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This chicken salad with pineapple-lime dressing was a hit at my last potluck! The flavors were bright and refreshing, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.