Name: What To Serve With Hawaiian Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 Portion Hawaiian chicken

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If you’re wondering what to serve with your Hawaiian chicken, you’ve come to the right place.

In this article, I list 39 of the most popular side dishes for Hawaiian chicken.

In a rush? Here’s the short answer.

The best dishes to serve with Hawaiian chicken are coconut lime rice, steamed broccoli, garlic sour cream mashed potatoes, sauteed swiss chard, sesame zucchini noodles, and Hawaiian rolls. For salad options, go with jicama and cucumber salad, quinoa salad, or sesame kale salad.

Ready? Let’s jump right in.

Flour tortillas

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Skip the rice and stuff your Hawaiian chicken into these homemade flour tortillas.

They’re softer and yummier than anything you can get at the store. And making them is such a breeze.

You probably already have all the necessary ingredients. And don’t worry about needing a tortilla press – an ordinary rolling pin will do the trick.

Why we love this recipe: you can make a big batch to freeze.

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Coconut lime rice

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Hawaiian chicken is excellent over steamed white rice, but it’s even better spooned over this coconut lime version.

Instead of broth, the rice is cooked in creamy coconut milk infusing it with a subtle sweetness.

Add a spritz of lime and a handful of chopped cilantro to round off the dish with a zesty bite.

Why we love this recipe: it’s as easy to make as plain rice, but MUCH tastier.

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Chili lime jicama and cucumber salad

If you’ve never had jicama, this salad is an excellent introduction to the underrated root veg.

Jicama looks a bit like a potato, but its crunchy and juicy texture resembles an apple, so it pairs well with cucumbers.

With this refreshing combo, you only need a squeeze of lime and chili powder to finish this dish off.

Why we love this recipe: a serving only adds 102 calories to your meal.

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Steamed broccoli

Hawaiian chicken already has veggies, but it never hurts to add more – especially when it’s a serving of freshly steamed broccoli.

And steaming broccoli is the best way to cook it!

Hardly any of the vitamins and nutrients are lost, and the broccoli retains its vibrant green color.

Why we love this recipe: the whole process only takes 10 minutes.

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Garlic sour cream mashed potatoes

Spruce up your plain old mashed potato by adding sour cream into the mix.

You might think it’s extra but trust me, this simple addition results in the silkiest, creamiest mash ever.

This mash is excellent as a side dish. But it’s even better as a base, so it can soak up all the goodness from your Hawaiian chicken sauce.

Why we love this recipe: it’s an easy way to make a regular meal feel special.

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Honey sriracha brussels sprouts

Sprouts get a bad rep, but most of the time people aren’t cooking them right.

Skip boiling or steaming. Roasting is the best way to cook sprouts.

And if you have an air fryer, you don’t have to worry about time because you can get perfectly crisp and charred sprouts in just 10 minutes.

Why we love this recipe: it’s great for busy weeknight dinners.

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Apple cider vinegar coleslaw

Everyone has their preferred way of making coleslaw. My favorite slaw is this mayo-free version.

It’s lighter and healthier than the slaws slathered with mayo. And the apple cider vinegar gives it a perfect balance of sweet and sour flavors.

The trick with this coleslaw is to prepare it a few hours before serving so it has time to rest.

Why we love this recipe: it looks as good as it tastes.

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Chinese Sichuan green beans

This recipe is unlike any green bean dish you’ve ever tried.

It involves dry-frying, which gives the beans a wrinkly, ‘deep-fried’ texture without using tons of oil.

Then a combination of chili garlic paste and chili flakes gives the dish a fiery kick that will offset your chicken’s fruity-tangy flavors.

Why we love this recipe: these green beans are highly addictive.

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Sesame kale salad

You can’t go wrong pairing a loaded dish like Hawaiian chicken with something simple like this kale salad.

It’s only got seven ingredients, but it packs a powerful punch thanks to the umami-loaded sesame vinaigrette.

Pro-tip: massage the kale with the dressing – this softens the leaves and infuses them with the flavors.

Why we love this recipe: it’s great for gluten-free and paleo diets.

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Hawaiian rolls

When it comes to dinner rolls, these Hawaiian rolls are my new favorites.

What sets these apart from more traditional versions is their mildly sweet flavor, courtesy of the pineapple juice and buttermilk.

The rolls are super soft and fluffy – perfect for mopping up your Hawaiian chicken’s mouth-wateringly good sauce.

Why we love this recipe: it has a 4.5 rating from 364 votes.

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Sauteed swiss chard

Instead of serving your Hawaiian chicken with a starchy base, why not keep it light and serve it on a bed sauteed swiss chard instead?

Like most leafy veg, swiss chard is low in carbs and packed with good-for-you-stuff, making it a nourishing addition to any meal.

Just a heads up – the stems are tough, so cook them before the leaves.

Why we love this recipe: it only has 56 calories per serving.

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Quinoa salad

Even if you’re not the biggest fan of quinoa, this recipe will change your mind.

The extra step of toasting the quinoa before cooking it sets this dish apart and enhances its natural nuttiness.

The salad is really easy to customize, but this recipe includes things like edamame, wasabi peas, carrots, and cilantro.

Why we love this recipe: your guests will be begging for second helpings!

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Garlic sesame zucchini noodles

Zucchinis make an excellent noodle substitute.

They don’t taste exactly like regular noodles, but with this recipe’s delicious garlic sesame sauce, you won’t be thinking about the difference.

You’ll need a spiralizer or mandoline slicer and some knife work to achieve those noodle-like strands – but it’s worth it.

Why we love this recipe: it shares tips and tricks to prevent soggy zoodles.

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The best side dishes to serve with Hawaiian chicken

Flour tortillas
Coconut lime rice
Chili lime jicama and cucumber salad
Steamed broccoli
Garlic sour cream mashed potatoes
Honey sriracha brussels sprouts
Apple cider vinegar coleslaw
Chinese Sichuan green beans
Sesame kale salad
Hawaiian rolls
Sauteed swiss chard
Quinoa salad
Garlic sesame zucchini noodles