Hawaiian Chicken Salad Dish (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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3 cups cooked and shredded or diced chicken breast
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1 cup diced pineapple, fresh or canned in juice
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1/2 cup diced mango or papaya (optional)
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1/2 cup sliced or slivered almonds or macadamia nuts
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1/2 cup shredded or flaked unsweetened coconut
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1/2 cup diced celery
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1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
→ Dressing Ingredients
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup coconut milk or pineapple juice
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2 tablespoons lime or lemon juice
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1 teaspoon honey or agave nectar
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1/2 teaspoon ground ginger or 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
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1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
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Salt and black pepper to taste
# Instructions:
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Cook and shred or dice the chicken breast. Drain and dice the pineapple and mango (if using). Roughly chop the nuts and slice the green onions.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, coconut milk (or pineapple juice), lime or lemon juice, honey (or agave nectar), ground ginger, ground coriander, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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In a large mixing bowl, gently toss together the cooked chicken, diced pineapple, mango (if using), chopped nuts, coconut flakes, diced celery, and sliced green onions.
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Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and gently fold until everything is evenly coated.
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Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld. Before serving, give it a gentle stir and adjust seasoning if needed.