Best 8 Spinach And Kale Salad With Chicken Recipes

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Welcome to the delightful world of flavors with our guide to creating the perfect spinach and kale salad with chicken. This flavorful and healthy dish combines the best of leafy greens, succulent chicken, and a delectable dressing to create a symphony of tastes and textures. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this article will provide you with all the essential tips, tricks, and ingredients to craft a spinach and kale salad with chicken that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. So, gather your apron, sharpen your knives, and let's embark on this culinary adventure!

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KALE SALAD WITH CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup olive oil, plus more for oiling the grill grates
2 bunches black kale, leaves stripped and roughly chopped (about 8 cups)
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
Zest of 1 lemon and 1 tablespoon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 4-ounce log fresh goat cheese, crumbled
8 thin chicken cutlets (about 2 pounds total)
1/3 cup roasted salted almonds, chopped
Prepare an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.

Steps:

  • Toss the oil, kale, onion, lemon zest and juice together in a large bowl until well combined. Season with salt and pepper, add the goat cheese and toss carefully so the goat cheese stays in clumps. Set aside.
  • Sprinkle the chicken generously with salt and pepper. Lightly oil the grill grates. Grill the chicken, flipping once, until lightly charred and cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into strips.
  • Divide the salad among 4 plates and top with the chicken and almonds.

SPINACH AND CHICKEN SALAD



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This salad tastes great and packs a super nutritional punch! Try it with any dressing, but my favorite is a fat free roasted garlic vinaigrette.

Provided by JESSICAWILLIAMS

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) bag fresh spinach, rinsed and dried
4 cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, sliced
1 zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
½ cup black olives
3 ounces fontina cheese, shredded
½ cup fat-free roasted garlic salad dressing

Steps:

  • Place equal portions of spinach onto four salad plates. Arrange chicken, zucchini, bell pepper, and black olives over spinach, and top with cheese. Drizzle dressing over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 97.8 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 727.3 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

COLORFUL KALE AND SPINACH SALAD AND HOMEMADE DRESSING



Colorful Kale and Spinach Salad and Homemade Dressing image

I made this because of my husband. He wanted kale in a salad. The rest of the veggies I just happen to have on hand. It became an instant favorite to my husband. Hope you enjoy it as he does!!! You could also use distilled vinegar instead of balsamic. Tweak it to your liking and have fun with it.

Provided by Kim Vanburen

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ bunch kale - stems removed and discarded, leaves torn into bite-size pieces
½ bunch fresh spinach, torn
½ head romaine lettuce, torn
1 large carrot, diced
1 large cucumber, diced
½ red bell pepper, diced
½ cup balsamic vinegar
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 pinch sea salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 pinch garlic powder
1 pinch lemon pepper

Steps:

  • Toss kale, spinach, lettuce, carrot, cucumber, and red bell pepper together in a large mixing bowl.
  • Mix balsamic vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt, pepper, garlic powder, and lemon pepper in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; seal and shake until mixed completely. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 147.3 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD WITH CRISPY KALE



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Brussels sprouts and spinach leaves bulk up the nutrition in this Caesar salad, with crispy baked kale adding a nice bit of crunch.

Provided by Donna Hay

Categories     HarperCollins     Salad     Chicken     Kale     Spinach     Pine Nut     Garlic     Dinner

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

For the dressing:
3 egg yolks
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
For the Crispy Kale:
8 stalks kale, trimmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup (25g) finely grated Parmesan
Sea salt and cracked black pepper
For the chicken and assembly:
4 (200g) chicken breast fillets, trimmed
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
Sea salt and cracked black pepper
1 cup (200g) shredded Brussels sprouts
2 baby cos (romaine) lettuces (360g), trimmed and leaves separated
3 cups (75g) baby spinach leaves
1/2 cup (80g) pine nuts

Steps:

  • To make the dressing, place the egg yolks, garlic and mustard in a bowl and whisk until thick and creamy. Gradually add half the oil, whisking continuously until combined. Gradually add the vinegar and the remaining oil, whisking to combine. Set aside.
  • To make the crispy kale, preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Place the kale, oil, parmesan, salt and pepper in a bowl and toss to coat. Place in a single layer on baking trays lined with non-stick baking paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until crisp, and set aside.
  • Brush the chicken with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat a grill pan or barbecue over high heat. Cook the chicken for 2-3 minutes each side or until cooked through. Slice the chicken and place in a large bowl. Add the Brussels sprouts, lettuce, spinach, and pine nuts and toss to combine. Divide between serving plates and top with crispy kale and the dressing to serve.

SPINACH AND KALE SALAD WITH CHICKEN



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The fruit and goat cheese add lots of great flavor. Can add some red onion for more kick. My wife and I love it! A tasty and guiltless dinner item.

Provided by jason.simone

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 salads, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb chicken, cooked and sliced
12 ounces kale or 1 bunch kale
12 ounces spinach
2 ounces goat cheese or 2 ounces other flavorful crumbled cheese
1 lemon, juice of
2 cups strawberries, sliced
1 cup mandarin orange section
1 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon kosher salt or 1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare the chicken, or get it precooked (like I did -- it's easy). Slice the fruit.
  • Combine strawberries, oranges, honey, balsamic vinegar, and half of the olive oil. Set aside and let rest.
  • Remove and discard stalks from kale and spinach. Tear into manageable pieces, but keep kale and spinach separate.
  • Cover kale with lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Then, crush (or 'massage') the kale until it start to soften.
  • Mix everything together, and top with almonds, goat cheese, and black pepper.

SPINACH AND KALE SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Time 17m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 garlic cloves, diced
1 bunch of Kale, chopped
1 bunch of spinach, chopped
Salt and freshly-ground black pepper to taste
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a pan and cook red bell pepper, garlic, and kale about 5 minutes, covered. Add spinach, salt and black pepper, and cook about 5 minutes more. Stir in the balsamic vinegar. Serve hot.

ORANGE CHICKEN SPINACH SALAD



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For a salad with refreshing color and crunch, we toss chicken and spinach with mandarin oranges and red onion, then splash everything with a tangy vinaigrette. -Jean Murawski, Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 8 cups)
3 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk orange juice, vinegar, oil, Italian seasoning, garlic and salt until blended. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASPARAGUS SPINACH SALAD WITH CHICKEN



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We love all the fresh fruits and vegetables that are available in the summer. This salad is one of our favorite because it packs in so much great produce, plus it's quick and easy on a warm summer day. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup prepared poppy seed salad dressing
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
8 cups fresh baby spinach
3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries or fresh blueberries
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine asparagus and water. Microwave, covered, on high until crisp-tender, 2-4 minutes; drain. Remove asparagus and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a small bowl, whisk dressing, orange juice, honey, orange zest and mustard until blended., In a large bowl, combine spinach, chicken, strawberries, almonds, sesame seeds and asparagus. Add dressing and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-washed and chopped spinach and kale.
  • If you don't have cooked chicken, you can use store-bought rotisserie chicken.
  • For a vegetarian version of this salad, omit the chicken and add an extra cup of chickpeas.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to this salad, such as shredded carrots, diced cucumbers, or halved cherry tomatoes.
  • If you like a tangy dressing, add a squeeze of lemon juice or a teaspoon of vinegar.
  • For a creamy dressing, add a tablespoon of Greek yogurt or avocado.
  • Sprinkle some crumbled feta cheese or grated Parmesan cheese on top of the salad for extra flavor.
  • Serve this salad immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

This spinach and kale salad with chicken is a healthy and delicious meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, and fiber. The chicken provides lean protein, and the dressing adds a flavorful touch. This salad is also easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a healthy and tasty meal, give this spinach and kale salad with chicken a try. You won't be disappointed.

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