Tropical Teriyaki Chicken Salad with Pineapple Crunch

Recipe Collection: Salads

Tropical Teriyaki Chicken Salad with Pineapple Crunch is a vibrant Caribbean-inspired dish that combines juicy teriyaki-marinated chicken, sweet pineapple, and crunchy tortilla chips. This non-vegetarian salad is perfect for a refreshing lunch or dinner, bursting with flavor and color. Ideal for those who love a fusion of tastes, it’s gluten-free and free from common allergens like soy and mustard.

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Overview

This vibrant Caribbean-inspired salad combines the savory flavors of teriyaki-marinated chicken with the sweetness of pineapple and the crunch of tortilla chips. Perfect for a refreshing meal, this salad is both colorful and flavorful, making it a delightful dish for any occasion.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

Soy (in teriyaki sauce), Mustard

Cuisine

Caribbean

Serving Size: 4

Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 Skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, marinated
• 0.5 Cups teriyaki marinade sauce
• 2 Whole tomatoes, seeded and diced
• 0.5 Cups onion, minced
• 2 Teaspoons jalapeño pepper, minced
• 2 Teaspoons fresh cilantro, minced
• 0.25 Cups Dijon mustard
• 0.25 Cups honey
• 1.5 Tablespoons white sugar
• 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1.5 Tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1.5 Teaspoons lime juice
• 0.75 Pounds mixed salad greens
• 1 8 Ounces (oz) can pineapple chunks, drained
• 4 Cups corn tortilla chips

Steps

1. Place the chicken in a bowl and cover with teriyaki marinade sauce. Marinate for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
2. In a small bowl, mix the tomatoes, onion, jalapeño pepper, and cilantro. Cover the salsa and refrigerate.
3. In another small bowl, mix the mustard, honey, sugar, oil, vinegar, and lime juice. Cover the dressing and refrigerate.
4. Preheat the grill to high heat.
5. Lightly oil the grill grate. Place the chicken on the grill and discard the marinade. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear.
6. Arrange the mixed salad greens on plates. Spoon some salsa over each salad and sprinkle with 1/4 of the pineapple chunks. Break the tortilla chips into large chunks and sprinkle over the salads. Lay some grilled chicken strips on each salad. Finally, drizzle the dressing over each salad and serve.

Enjoy this refreshing and flavorful salad that brings a taste of the Caribbean to your table!