POLYNESIAN CHICKEN SALAD
After decades of sad salads made from cold iceberg lettuce and flavorless supermarket tomatoes, the people of the 1970s were ready for salad excitement. They started including "exotic" ingredients like mandarin oranges and macadamia nuts that had become readily available in supermarkets. Then they added lots of mayonnaise and sour cream (because this is still America) and served it all on a few leaves of iceberg lettuce, because that's what officially makes things a salad. Eventually we wised up and realized that Polynesian chicken salad shouldn't be considered a "healthy" salad -- but goshdarnit is it ever tasty (seriously).
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 8 first course servings or 4 entree servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Remove the skin from the rotisserie chicken, then rip into small pieces and set aside. Remove the meat and discard the carcass, then shred the meat into small pieces.
- Drain the canned pineapple, reserving the juice. Put the pineapple in a large bowl with the chicken meat, drained mandarin oranges, celery, carrots and grapes.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, garam masala, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Add a bit of the reserved pineapple juice to thin out until pourable.
- Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken skin and macadamia nuts and cook, stirring occasionally, until the nuts are toasted and the skin is crispy.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken salad and toss well to coat.
- Line four plates with whole iceberg lettuce leaves, then mound some chicken salad in the center of each. Top each salad with chicken skin and macadamia nuts. Serve immediately.
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Tawana Tee
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken salad, but this recipe is amazing! I'll definitely be making it again.
Jayde Mays
[email protected]This is a great recipe. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Danielle Lunny
[email protected]I love this salad! It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory.
Shirley Rommes
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Nikita Milne
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes. This one is definitely a keeper!
Vickie Spell
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead meal.
Candi Jaggers
[email protected]I love the sweet and tangy flavor of the dressing. It's the perfect complement to the chicken and pineapple.
Nondumiso Snesh
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of mayonnaise-based dressings, but this one is surprisingly light and refreshing.
Thabi Vcardi
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Farabi Ahamed Rabby
[email protected]I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.
Mohammad RiFaT
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's delicious and unique.
Anne Rebayla
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat more fruits and vegetables.
Sammy Osam
[email protected]My family loved this salad! Even my picky kids ate it all up.
Md Obaid
[email protected]This salad is perfect for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to make ahead of time.
Ellena
[email protected]I've never had Polynesian chicken salad before, but this recipe was a great introduction. It's definitely a new favorite!
cfmgaming
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory.
Farisai Ratchel
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic, and it was perfect! It's easy to transport, and it held up well in the heat.
Maria Calabrese
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add some chopped celery and grapes for extra crunch.
Pabitra Gaire
[email protected]I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is so delicious, and the combination of chicken, pineapple, and almonds is perfect.
Ava Rose
[email protected]This Polynesian Chicken Salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the sweet and tangy dressing, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again soon.