Best Tropical Chicken Salad With Pineapple Recipes

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TROPICAL CHICKEN SALAD WITH PINEAPPLE



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Serve on a bed of green in a hollowed out pineapple half with crackers for an appetizer, in a wrap or on your favorite bread with lettuce and tomatoes. You won't need much mayo because of the juiciness of the pineapple distributes moisture keeping the fat down.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb cooked chicken, shredded
1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1 tablespoon celery, diced (optional)
1 tablespoon pecans, toasted and chopped (optional)
1/2 teaspoon gingerroot, minced
2 tablespoons red onions, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced (cilantro)
1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
salt and pepper
4 flour tortillas (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix dressing ingredients together.
  • Add pineapple, celery, water chestnuts and chicken to dressing.
  • Serve in a wrap or on a bed of greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.5, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 85.1, Sodium 100.8, Carbohydrate 6.4, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 4.8, Protein 28.8

TROPICAL SALAD WITH PINEAPPLE VINAIGRETTE



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An easy salad to make with a bag of salad greens, pineapple, bacon bits, nuts and toasted coconut. Use fresh pineapple, if you can, and substitute toasted almonds for the macadamia nuts, if desired.

Provided by Marianne G

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 slices bacon
¼ cup pineapple juice
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
freshly ground black pepper to taste
salt to taste
1 (10 ounce) package chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup diced fresh pineapple
½ cup chopped and toasted macadamia nuts
3 green onions, chopped
¼ cup flaked coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
  • Combine pineapple juice, red wine vinegar, oil, pepper and salt in a lidded jar or cruet. Cover and shake well.
  • Toss lettuce, pineapple, macadamia nuts, green onions and bacon together in a large bowl. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Garnish with toasted coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 323.6 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

TROPICAL CHICKEN SALAD



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Over the years my husband and I have moved to different areas, and I've collected recipes from all over the United States. This flavorful salad recipe comes from New York. I've served it for luncheons for many years, and it's one of my husband's very favorites. -Linda Wheatley, Garland, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 to 1 teaspoon curry powder
1 can (20 ounces) chunk pineapple, drained
2 large firm bananas, sliced
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
Salad greens, optional
3/4 cup salted peanuts or cashew halves

Steps:

  • Place chicken and celery in a large bowl. Combine mayonnaise and curry powder; add to chicken mixture and mix well. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes. , Before serving, add the pineapple, bananas, oranges and coconut; toss gently. Serve on salad greens if desired. Sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610 calories, Fat 45g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 363mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

CHICKEN SALAD WITH CRUSHED PINEAPPLE



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This is a really great recipe for chicken salad that I always get compliments on at family gatherings. I hope you like it. Makes about 6 good-sized sandwiches; approximately 5 cups.

Provided by luv2cook

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 rotisserie chicken, boned and chopped
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup chopped apple
¼ cup chopped green onion
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 pinch seasoned salt, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix chicken, pineapple, celery, salad dressing, sweetened cranberries, mayonnaise, apple, green onion, rosemary, dill, seasoned salt, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.4 g, Cholesterol 64.8 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 357.3 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

TROPICAL CHICKEN SALAD PITA POCKETS



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Pineapple and chicken salad with a sweet dressing, served in a pita pocket for a cool bite in the hot weather.

Provided by DOJAGRAM

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (5 ounce) package mixed salad greens
1 (6 ounce) package diced cooked chicken
½ cup fresh pineapple chunks
½ cup seedless red grapes, halved
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup fresh blueberries
1 teaspoon salad seasoning mix (such as Mrs.Dash®)
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup honey
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
6 pita bread rounds, split

Steps:

  • Rinse salad thoroughly in a colander; shake as dry as possible and place in a large bowl. Add chicken, pineapple, grapes, tomatoes, blueberries, and salad seasoning and mix together.
  • Whisk mayonnaise and honey together in a separate bowl. Pour over salad mixture and toss until all ingredients are coated. Add almonds. Serve in pita pockets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.2 calories, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 28.4 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 430.5 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

TROPICAL CHICKEN SALAD



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Juicy chunks of pineapple complement tender chicken and crunchy spinach in a colorful salad. Toss it together in less than 30 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups baby spinach leaves
4 cups bite-size pieces romaine lettuce
1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
2 cups chopped deli rotisserie chicken breast (from 2- to 2 1/2-lb chicken)
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
3 medium green onions, chopped (3 tablespoons)
1/3 cup Italian dressing
3 tablespoons orange marmalade
1/4 cup salted cashews

Steps:

  • On large serving platter or in large bowl, toss spinach and romaine. Top with pineapple, chicken, bell pepper and onions.
  • In small bowl, stir dressing and orange marmalade. Drizzle dressing over salad. Sprinkle with cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 610 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 0 g

TROPICAL LAYERED CHICKEN SALAD



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This is a fresh and delicious recipe that is a big hit whenever I take it to a potluck-always the first to go! -Frances Pietsch, Flower Mound, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 cup chopped peeled mango
3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
3 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
1/3 cup olive oil
SALAD:
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (8 ounces each )
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper
5 cups torn romaine
1 medium sweet red pepper
2 cups chopped peeled mangoes
3 medium ripe avocados, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup minced seeded jalapeno pepper
2 tablespoons lime juice
Crushed tortilla chips, optional

Steps:

  • Place the first five ingredients in blender. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream; set aside., Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper; place on greased grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 8-10 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°. Cool slightly and chop into 1/2-in. pieces., Layer lettuce, chicken, pepper and mangoes in a 3-qt. dish. In a large bowl, gently combine avocado, onion, cilantro, jalapeno, lime juice and remaining salt. Spoon over mangoes. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Just before serving pour vinaigrette over salad. If desired, sprinkle with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 calories, Fat 26g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

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