Best 9 Hot Chicken Salad With Pineapple Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Hot Chicken Salad with Pineapple, a dish that combines the savory zest of chicken with the tropical sweetness of pineapple. This delectable salad features tender chicken, juicy pineapple chunks, crunchy celery, and a creamy dressing, all perfectly blended to create a harmonious balance of flavors and textures.

In this article, we present three variations of this classic salad: a traditional Hot Chicken Salad with Pineapple, a tangy Hot Chicken Salad with Grapes, and a refreshing Cold Chicken Salad with Pineapple. Each recipe offers a unique twist on the classic, catering to diverse palates and preferences.

The traditional Hot Chicken Salad with Pineapple is a comforting dish that warms the soul on chilly days. The chicken is simmered in a flavorful broth infused with spices and herbs, then combined with pineapple, celery, and a creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, mustard, and vinegar.

The Hot Chicken Salad with Grapes adds a delightful burst of sweetness and crunch to the traditional recipe. Plump grapes replace the pineapple, creating a vibrant contrast of flavors and textures. The creamy dressing is complemented by a hint of tanginess from the grapes, resulting in a refreshing and flavorful salad.

For those who prefer a lighter option, the Cold Chicken Salad with Pineapple is a perfect choice. This salad features succulent chicken, sweet pineapple, and crisp celery, tossed in a light and tangy dressing made with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and herbs. The refreshing flavors of this salad make it an ideal dish for warm summer days.

Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our collection of Hot Chicken Salad with Pineapple recipes. Whether you prefer the traditional warmth of the Hot Chicken Salad with Pineapple, the tangy twist of the Hot Chicken Salad with Grapes, or the refreshing lightness of the Cold Chicken Salad with Pineapple, these recipes are sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

PINEAPPLE CHICKEN SALAD



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This is one of my family's favorite summer dishes. The kids love this filling salad's sweet dressing. While the chicken is grilling, I prepare the dressing and vegetables.-Stephanie Moon, Boise, Idaho.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened sliced pineapple
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
8 cups assorted vegetables (lettuce, red onion, carrots, sweet red pepper and broccoli)
Salted peanuts, optional

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with lemon-pepper. Grill over medium-hot heat or broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 15-18 minutes or until juices run clear, turning once. Set aside and keep warm. Drain pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons juice (discard remaining juice or save for another use); set pineapple aside. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine oil, soy sauce, vinegar, honey, ginger and reserved pineapple juice; shake well. Brush some of the dressing over pineapple; grill or broil for 2 minutes. Cut chicken into strips. Arrange vegetables on serving plates; top with pineapple and chicken. Sprinkle with peanuts if desired. Serve with remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 546mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

PINEAPPLE-APPLE CHICKEN SALAD



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This just might be the fastest chicken salad recipe ever! The fruit gives a sweet touch, the almonds a nice crunch, and the curry adds depth and color. -Priscilla Cote, New Hartford, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
1/2 medium apple, chopped
1 snack-size cup (4 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
2 cups torn mixed salad greens

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Serve with greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN AND PINEAPPLE SALAD



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"This salad takes a little time, but it is truly worth the few extra steps," writes Diane Sparrow, Osage, Iowa. "It has been a family favorite for years. It makes a nice summer lunch...or a fun first course for an Asian vegetable stir-fry."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon canola oil
SALAD:
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 medium cucumber, quartered, seeded and thinly sliced
1 large red onion, quartered and thinly sliced
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
Lettuce leaves, optional
5 pineapple slices, halved
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually add the pineapple juice, broth, vinegar, soy sauce and oil until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Cover and refrigerate., In a large bowl, toss chicken with soy sauce and ginger. In a large nonstick skillet, saute chicken in oil until no longer pink. Remove from the heat and allow to cool. Combine the cucumber, onion, celery and chicken. , Pour chilled sauce over chicken; toss to coat. Just before serving, line salad plates with lettuce if desired. Arrange chicken salad and pineapple over lettuce. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts :

HOT CHICKEN SALAD WITH PINEAPPLE



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Make and share this Hot Chicken Salad With Pineapple recipe from Food.com.

Provided by keort

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 chicken breasts
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/2 onion, diced
3/4 cup pineapple tidbits
1 cup almonds, sliced
1 (12 ounce) bag croutons, slightly crushed
1 cup mayonnaise
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Fry or bake chicken breasts, then cut into bite-sized chunks.
  • Mix chicken, celery, onion, pineapple, almonds, croutons and mayonnaise. Spray 9 x 13 baking dish; add mixture.
  • Sprinkle shredded cheese over top and bake for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

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

HOT PINEAPPLE SALAD



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This is a great addition to any summer get-together! I got this recipe after watching Martha Stewart. It was a recipe from one of her guests, Clay Aiken from "American Idol." It is really a tasty dish!

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Pineapple

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks in juice
1 cup sugar
6 tablespoons self-rising flour
2 cups medium sharp cheddar, grated
32 Ritz crackers, crushed (1 sleeve)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a medium bowl, combine pineapple, sugar, flour and cheese.
  • Transfer to an 8-by-8-inch, 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
  • Top with crushed crackers and drizzle with melted butter.
  • Bake for 35 minutes.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

HOT PINEAPPLE SALAD



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This delicious recipe is courtesy of Clay Aiken, from "American Idol." It will definitely be a great addition to any summer get-together!

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

One 20-ounce can pineapple tidbits with juice
1 cup sugar
6 tablespoons self-rising flour
2 cups grated medium-sharp cheddar cheese
1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, combine pineapple, sugar, flour, and cheese. Transfer to an 8-by-8-inch, 1 1/2 quart baking dish. Top with crushed crackers and drizzle with melted butter. Bake for 35 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH PINEAPPLE



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With sizzling temperatures and sticky summer nights, salads are a refreshing dinner choice to keep the kitchen and the family cool. But what can really make your temperature rise is trying to convince the kids to eat their veggies. Don't sweat it-transforming traditional, bland leafy sides into a main attraction can be easy.

Provided by Mary Jenny

Categories     Meat

Time 1h19m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup honey garlic sauce (VH is a good choice, plus remainder of bottle for grilling)
1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, boneless, skinless cut into thick strips
7 ounces mixed greens
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
14 ounces can pineapple chunks, drained
Pam cooking spray, grilling spray
asian-style dressing (i.e. sesame, mandarin etc.)

Steps:

  • Marinate chicken breast strips in 1 cup (250mL) VH Honey Garlic Sauce for 1 hour.
  • Spray grill with PAM Grilling Spray, heat grill and grill chicken over medium high heat until cooked through, about 7 minutes.
  • In a large bowl place pineapple, red onion and greens. Just before serving toss with dressing, put salad onto individual plates and top with equal amounts of grilled chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.4, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 109, Sodium 108.7, Carbohydrate 16.5, Fiber 1, Sugar 14.8, Protein 36

CHICKEN SALAD WITH PINEAPPLE



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Family favorite, and again, way too easy! We use leftover store-bought roast chicken but you could easily poach your own chicken breasts. We also like it as an open face sandwich on French or Italian crusty bread.

Provided by omeomy 2

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 17m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cooked chicken breast halves, chopped
1 cup celery, finely chopped
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
2 -3 scallions, finely chopped (green onions)
4 -5 canned pineapple rings, finely chopped
1 cup good quality mayonnaise
1/4 cup mild prepared mustard, to taste (less (or more)
1 -2 teaspoon lemon pepper
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon toasted slivered almonds (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except almonds.
  • Add a little pineapple juice if salad is too thick.
  • Chill.
  • Serve on crisp lettuce with almonds scattered on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.3, Fat 32.8, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 193.4, Sodium 905.9, Carbohydrate 36.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 17.4, Protein 24.6

Tips:

  • For a spicier salad, use a hotter variety of chili pepper, such as cayenne or habanero.
  • If you don't have any cooked chicken, you can easily cook some by boiling or roasting it.
  • To save time, you can use canned or frozen pineapple chunks instead of fresh pineapple.
  • If you don't have any celery, you can substitute it with thinly sliced green bell pepper or cucumber.
  • For a creamier salad, add 1/2 cup of mayonnaise or sour cream.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This hot chicken salad with pineapple is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a new recipe to try, give this hot chicken salad with pineapple a try. You won't be disappointed!

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