Hawaiian Chicken Salad

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Hawaiian Chicken Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
• 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
• 1 cup diced celery
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds or macadamia nuts
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
   • If not already done, cook the chicken breast and shred or dice it into bite-sized pieces.
   • Drain the pineapple chunks if using canned pineapple.
   • Dice the celery and red onion, and shred the carrots.
2. Mix the Dressing:
   • In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined. Add salt and pepper to taste.
3. Combine Salad Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, pineapple chunks, diced celery, shredded carrots, chopped red onion, sliced almonds or macadamia nuts, and dried cranberries or raisins.
4. Add the Dressing:
   • Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until everything is well coated.
5. Chill and Serve:
   • Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
   • Garnish with fresh herbs if desired before serving.
6. Serving Suggestions:
   • Serve the salad on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or as a filling for wraps.

Enjoy your Hawaiian Chicken Salad!