Kale and Spinach Caesar Salad with Roasted Chicken
Prep Time:
10 - 20 minutes
Cook Time:
Serves:
4 to 6
Level:
Beginner
About the Recipe
Ingredients
4 tbsp olive oil, divided
Paprika
Salt
Ground black pepper
2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved crosswise
5 ½ tsp smoked paprika
1 pkg (13.24 oz) baby kale spinach mix
⅓ cup toasted Sunflower Seeds
1 (16 oz) bottle Caesar dressing
¾ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Preparation
Step 1
Place chicken in a zip-top plastic bag using the heel of your hand or a meat mallet, pound chicken to an even thicknes. Rub with paprika, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Place chicken in 2 Tbsp hot oil in a large ovenproof skillet, cook over medium-high heat 3 minutes per side or until browned. Transfer skillet to oven, and bake 10 minutes. Thinly slice chicken.
Step 3
In a large salad bowl place the kale mix, sunflower seeds and chicken, and desired amount of dressing toss well; divide among 4-6 plates, and sprinkle with cheese.