15 Minute Hawaiian Chicken Salad Bowl – Fresh & Easy
Abby Marlow
This 15 Minute Hawaiian Chicken Salad Bowl is loaded with grilled chicken, sweet pineapple, creamy avocado, and crisp veggies. Marinated for bold tropical flavor, it’s a fresh, colorful meal you can make in minutes — perfect for busy weeknights or quick lunches.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine American, hawaiian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 410 kcal
Marinade:
- 2 tbsp tamari sauce or soy sauce
- 1/3 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice from canned pineapple, reserve pieces
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tbsp tomato sauce
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
Salad:
- 4 chicken breast halves
- Pineapple pieces from can
- 6 –8 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 2 avocados sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
- 2 medium sweet potatoes spiralized
- 2 –4 tbsp coconut oil
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
In a zip-lock bag, mix tamari sauce, coconut milk, pineapple juice, orange juice, tomato sauce, garlic, and cilantro. Add chicken and marinate 30 minutes to 48 hours.
In a mason jar, combine pineapple juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Shake well for the dressing.
Spiralize sweet potatoes. Heat a skillet over medium heat, add coconut oil, and cook until tender and slightly crisp, 10–15 minutes.
Preheat grill. Grill chicken until cooked through, and grill pineapple chunks in a basket until caramelized.
Chop romaine lettuce, slice onion, avocado, and tomatoes.
Toss lettuce, tomatoes, onion, and avocado with dressing in serving bowls.
Top with sliced grilled chicken, sweet potato spirals, and grilled pineapple. Serve immediately.
For extra flavor in your 15 Minute Hawaiian Chicken Salad Bowl, marinate the chicken overnight. Try swapping pineapple for mango for a fruity twist without changing the tropical vibe.
Nutrition (per serving, estimated)
Calories: 410
Protein: 30g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 80mg
Sodium: 620mg
Fiber: 6g
Sugar: 12g
Keyword ealthy chicken bowl, grilled chicken pineapple, Hawaiian chicken salad, quick chicken salad, tropical salad bowl