Description
Tired of the same old lunch options? This Pineapple Chicken Salad is a vibrant twist that brings together juicy pineapple, tender chicken, creamy dressing, and bursts of sweet grapes. It’s the perfect balance of savory and sweet, served on buttery croissants or crisp lettuce. Ideal for quick breakfasts, easy dinners, or healthy snacks, this easy recipe fits right into your collection of food ideas and breakfast ideas. Whether you’re prepping for a picnic or planning weeknight dinner ideas, this tropical chicken salad is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
1/2 cup red grapes, halved
1/3 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup chopped pecans or slivered almonds (optional)
Lettuce leaves, croissants, or sandwich bread (optional, for serving)
Instructions
1. Prepare your cooked chicken by shredding or chopping it into bite-sized pieces.
2. Dice the celery, green onions, and pineapple; slice grapes in half.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken, pineapple, grapes, celery, and green onions.
5. Pour the dressing over the ingredients and mix gently until well coated. Fold in nuts if using.
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
7. Serve chilled on croissants, bread, or lettuce. Garnish with extra nuts or green onions if desired.
Notes
Always chill before serving to help flavors meld and enhance texture.
For a lighter version, use only Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
Toast the croissants for extra crunch and contrast with the creamy filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad / Sandwich Filling
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: pineapple chicken salad, easy chicken salad, picnic recipe, lunch salad, summer salad