Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Spinach Salad Chicken Bake, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This wholesome dish features tender chicken nestled amidst a vibrant tapestry of fresh spinach, juicy tomatoes, and crisp bacon, all enveloped in a creamy, flavorful sauce. Accompanying this main course are two delightful recipes: a refreshing Spinach Salad with tangy dressing and a decadent Chocolate Mousse that provides a sweet ending to your meal. Embark on this culinary adventure and treat yourself to a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
BUTTERMILK BAKED CHICKEN WITH SPINACH SALAD
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
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
SPINACH CHICKEN SALAD
Dazzle your hungry visitors with this crunchy salad. It showcases an interesting mixture of chicken, pasta, spinach and other vegetables. The delectable dressing complements the colorful ingredients. A hearty plateful makes a satisfying entree. -Janet Mooberry, Peoria, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, grapes, peas, spinach, celery, pasta, artichoke hearts, cucumber and green onions. Cover and refrigerate. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate. , Just before serving, whisk dressing and pour over salad; toss to coat. If desired, serve on a spinach leaves and garnish with oranges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 396mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
SPINACH AND CHICKEN SALAD
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
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
CREAMY SPINACH CHICKEN BAKE
Three cheeses, spinach, and garlic cook over seasoned chicken breasts to create a creamy oven-baked chicken dish that's perfect for a family dinner. It's easy to prepare any night of the week and takes just 10 minutes of hands-on time.
Provided by Kimber
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400˚F.
- Squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the thawed spinach.
- In a medium bowl, combine the spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, parmesan cheese and garlic. Stir until well mixed.
- Season each side of the chicken breast with salt and pepper, then lay flat in a large baking dish. Spread the spinach mixture evenly over the chicken. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (165˚F internal temp.)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 566 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 62 g, Fat 31 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 224 mg, Sodium 903 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- Fresh spinach is the best choice for this recipe, but you can also use frozen spinach that has been thawed and squeezed dry.
- Use a variety of cheeses in the sauce, such as mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan, to create a rich and flavorful dish.
- If you don't have any cooked chicken on hand, you can use rotisserie chicken or canned chicken.
- Serve the spinach salad chicken bake with a side of crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.
Conclusion:
This spinach salad chicken bake is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
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