Best 11 Tropical Chicken Salad Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a tropical escapade in your own kitchen! Embark on a culinary journey to paradise with our enticing Tropical Chicken Salad. This delightful dish transports you to a vibrant beach, where the flavors of sweet and savory dance together in perfect harmony. Succulent chicken mingles with an array of tropical fruits, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Discover the vibrant Tropical Chicken Salad with Pineapple, a classic combination that bursts with tangy sweetness. Delight in the creamy indulgence of Tropical Chicken Salad with Mango, a luscious blend of tropical flavors. Dive into the refreshing Tropical Chicken Salad with Avocado, a light and healthy option that bursts with freshness. Find your perfect match among these tropical chicken salad recipes, each offering a unique twist on a classic dish. Prepare to be amazed as your taste buds embark on an unforgettable adventure with our Tropical Chicken Salad extravaganza!

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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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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.

TROPICAL CURRY CHICKEN SALAD



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With a hint of curry, tropical fruits, and sweet coconut, this will become the only chicken salad you ever use! Serve on salad greens if desired. You can add bow-tie pasta to make this a pasta salad.

Provided by caitiebmore

Categories     Salad     Curry Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cubed, cooked chicken
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup mayonnaise
½ teaspoon curry powder, or more to taste
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
2 large firm bananas. sliced
½ cup sweetened flaked coconut
¾ cup salted peanuts

Steps:

  • Place chicken and celery into a large bowl. Combine mayonnaise and curry powder in another bowl; add to chicken mixture and mix well. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  • Add pineapple, oranges, bananas, and coconut before serving; toss gently. Sprinkle with peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 619.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.9 g, Cholesterol 50.3 mg, Fat 46.1 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 425.5 mg, Sugar 27.3 g

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 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.

TROPICAL CHICKEN SALAD



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This chicken salad could be served over greens or stuffed into whole wheat pita bread. Preparation time is 10 minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.

Provided by Robyn Webb

Categories     Salad

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups diced cooked chicken breast meat
½ cup sliced celery
½ cup diced fresh mango
¼ (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts
2 cups diced fresh pineapple
1 cup juice packed mandarin oranges, drained
¼ cup low-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons reduced fat sour cream
1 teaspoon coconut extract

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken, celery, mango, water chestnuts, pineapple, mandarin oranges, mayonnaise, sour cream and coconut extract. Mix together well and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 42.7 mg, Sugar 11.5 g

TROPICAL BLACKENED CHICKEN SALAD



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Betty Crocker's Diabetes Cookbook shares a recipe! Good-bye boring chicken. Welcome the tropics with a low-fat chicken salad.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 tablespoons blackened seasoning blend
1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
1 bag (5 oz) mixed baby salad greens (4 cups)
1 medium mango, peeled, pitted and diced (1 cup)
1/2 medium red onion, sliced (3/4 cup)
1 small red bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
2/3 cup raspberry vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Place chicken in heavy-duty resealable food-storage plastic bag. Sprinkle seasoning blend over chicken; seal bag and shake until chicken is evenly coated.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 7 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink in center. Remove chicken from skillet; drain on paper towels.
  • In large bowl, toss salad greens, mango, onion and bell pepper; divide among 4 plates. Top with chicken. Drizzle with vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 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 CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Michele Sbrana

Categories     Salad     Chicken     Leafy Green     Bake     Quick & Easy     Raspberry     Mango     Papaya     Mint     Walnut     Bon Appétit     California

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 boneless chicken breasts
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon dried rubbed sage
6 cups salad greens
1 papaya, peeled, seeded, chopped
1 mango, peeled, pitted, chopped
1 6-ounce basket raspberries
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint
1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Place chicken in baking pan. Season generously with salt and pepper. Bake until cooked through, about 20 minutes. Cool completely; cut chicken into bite-size pieces.
  • Whisk olive oil, vinegar, mustard and sage to blend in small bowl. Combine chicken, salad greens, papaya, mango, raspberries and mint in large bowl. Add dressing and toss well. Divide mixture among 4 plates. Sprinkle with walnuts and serve.

GLUTEN-FREE TROPICAL CHICKEN SALAD



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Good-bye boring chicken. Welcome the tropics with a low-fat chicken salad.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 tablespoons gluten-free blackened seasoning blend
1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
1 bag (5 oz) mixed baby salad greens (4 cups)
1 medium mango, peeled, pitted and diced (1 cup)
1/2 medium red onion, sliced (3/4 cup)
1 small red bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
2/3 cup raspberry vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Place chicken in heavy-duty resealable food-storage plastic bag. Sprinkle seasoning blend over chicken; seal bag and shake until chicken is evenly coated.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 7 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink in center. Remove chicken from skillet; drain on paper towels.
  • In large bowl, toss salad greens, mango, onion and bell pepper; divide among 4 plates. Top with chicken. Drizzle with vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1360 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

TROPICAL ISLAND CHICKEN SALAD



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What can I say, this salad is refreshing. think of a tropical island dinner, on a warm and cozy evening.Enjoy.

Provided by Josephine Quick

Categories     Chicken Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 20

6 skinless chicken breast halves
1 c tropical terriyaki marinade with pineapple
4 c romaine lettuce leaves
1 c chopped red cabbage
6 oz pineapple chunks, fresh
2 large granny smith apples diced in small chuncks
PICO DE GALLO
1 pt baby cherry tomatoes
1 diced red onion
2 tsp chopped fresh jalapeno pepper
pinch of pink topical sea salt
COMBINE ALL INGREDIENTS IN A SMALL BOWL COVER AND CHILL
HONEY LIME DRESSING
1/4 c dijon mustard
1/4 c honey
1 1/2 Tbsp organic cane sugar
1 1/2 Tbsp organic apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 tsp organic lime juice
1 Tbsp organic pineapple juice
COMBINE ALL INGREDIENTS IN A SMALL BOWL COVER AND CHILL

Steps:

  • 1. Marinate the chicken for at lease 6 hours. then cook chicken breast on grill 6 minutes per side. or until done.
  • 2. Combine lettuce and cabbage together and divide in your serving salad plates. put the pico de gallo over the lettuce.
  • 3. Put pineapples and apples over pic de gallo, then add dice chicken, then add your home made Honey Lilme Dressing.serve with small tortilla chips. Enjoy!!!!

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use ripe tropical fruits. Mango, pineapple, and papaya are all great choices.
  • If you don't have fresh tropical fruits on hand, you can use canned or frozen fruits instead. Just be sure to drain them well before adding them to the salad.
  • To add a bit of crunch to the salad, add some chopped nuts or seeds. Almonds, walnuts, and sunflower seeds are all good options.
  • If you like a spicy salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder. You can also add a dollop of sriracha sauce or hot sauce.
  • To make the salad more creamy, add a dollop of mayonnaise or Greek yogurt. You can also use a light vinaigrette dressing if you prefer.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Tropical chicken salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors, tropical chicken salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.

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