Best 5 Buttermilk Baked Chicken With Spinach Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing buttermilk-baked chicken, masterfully paired with a refreshing spinach salad. This delectable dish promises a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. The chicken, marinated in a tangy buttermilk sauce infused with aromatic herbs and spices, is baked to perfection, resulting in tender, juicy meat that falls off the bone. Accompanying this savory delight is a vibrant spinach salad, adorned with a zesty dressing that brings together the crisp spinach, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy croutons in perfect harmony. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BUTTERMILK BAKED CHICKEN



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Time 13h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups buttermilk
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1/2 yellow onion, sliced
5 sprigs fresh thyme
3 cloves garlic, smashed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (3 pound) chicken cut into 8 pieces, rinsed and patted dry
2 cups crushed corn flakes
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Fit a sheet tray with a wire rack and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Mix together buttermilk, lemon juice, hot sauce, onion, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper to a large bowl. Add chicken and coat with mixture. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for 3 hours or up 12 hours.
  • Mix corn flakes, Parmesan cheese, and thyme together. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade, letting the excess drip off, and dredge through the corn flake-Parmesan mixture, pressing to help it adhere.
  • Place on the wire rack-fitted sheet tray and bake for 45 minutes until golden and crisp.

BUTTERMILK BAKED CHICKEN



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This tops the list of family requests for dinner. The chicken is moist, flavorful and nicely browned. I alternate using bone-in chicken breasts or skinned and boned breasts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, melted
2-2/3 cups buttermilk, divided
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
8 bone-in chicken breast halves
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted

Steps:

  • Pour butter into two 13-in. x 9-in. baking pans. Pour 2 cups buttermilk into a shallow bowl. In another bowl, combine the flour, garlic salt, pepper and Creole seasoning. Dip chicken in buttermilk, then coat with flour mixture. Place bone side up in prepared pans. , Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 25 minutes. Turn; bake 10 minutes longer or until juices run clear. In a small saucepan, combine the soup and remaining buttermilk; cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes or until heated through. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 857mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

BUTTERMILK BAKED CHICKEN WITH SPINACH SALAD



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The marinade for this Buttermilk Baked Chicken with Spinach Salad gives a delicious flavor under the crunchy chicken skin. Many of the same ingredients for the marinade go into the spinach salad dressing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/4 cups low-fat buttermilk
3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon honey
6 cloves garlic, minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 bone-in chicken breast halves (10 to 12 ounces each), skin removed
2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
3 slices white sandwich bread, torn into large pieces
2 teaspoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon Herbes de Provence
1 bag (5 ounces) baby spinach
1 medium red apple, halved, cored, and thinly sliced
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved

Steps:

  • Make marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups buttermilk, 3 tablespoons honey, garlic, 2 teaspoons coarse salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag (or baking dish); add marinade and seal (or cover). Refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to 1 day.
  • Make salad dressing: In a jar, combine remaining 1/4 cup buttermilk, sour cream, vinegar, and 1 teaspoon honey; season generously with salt and pepper. Shake vigorously to combine. Refrigerate.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a food processor, pulse bread, oil, and Herbes de Provence until fine crumbs form; season generously with salt and pepper (you should have about 1 1/2 cups).
  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Lift chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off (discard remaining marinade). Place chicken on foil, bone side down; sprinkle with breadcrumbs, patting them on lightly. Bake until crumbs are browned and chicken is cooked through, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine spinach, apple, and grapes. Add dressing and toss. Serve salad with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 57 g

BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN WITH SPINACH TOMATO SALAD



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Categories     Milk/Cream     Chicken     Tomato     Fry     Marinate     Curry     Spinach     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups buttermilk
3 tablespoons curry powder
3 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
3 whole chicken legs, cut into leg and thigh pieces
6 chicken breast halves with skin and ribs
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 pounds cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons minced shallot
4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
3 cups (about) canola oil
12 cups baby spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Mix buttermilk, curry powder, 3 teaspoons salt, and pepper in large bowl. Add chicken; turn to coat. Cover; chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Remove chicken from refrigerator. Line 2 baking sheets with paper towels. Mix flour, chili powder, and 3/4 teaspoon salt in shallow dish. Mix tomatoes and next 3 ingredients in another large bowl.
  • Add enough canola oil to 12-inch skillet to reach depth of 1/2 inch. Heat over medium-high heat to 375°F. Remove 6 chicken pieces from buttermilk mixture. Dip in flour mixture and turn to coat; shake off excess. Add chicken, skin side down, to skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; cook until brown, about 12 minutes. Turn chicken over. Cook uncovered until cooked through, about 5 minutes for breasts and 10 minutes for legs and thighs; transfer to paper towels. Repeat with remaining chicken. (Salad and chicken can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)
  • Add spinach to tomato salad; season with salt and pepper. Divide salad among plates; top with chicken.

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

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh buttermilk, chicken, and spinach will give your dish the best flavor.
  • Marinate the chicken overnight: This will help the chicken absorb the flavors of the buttermilk and spices.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken breasts are done cooking when they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Make the salad dressing ahead of time: This will give the flavors time to meld.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This will prevent the spinach from wilting.

Conclusion:

Buttermilk baked chicken with spinach salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the salad is light and refreshing. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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