Smoky Spiced Chicken
with Apple, Kale and Almond Salad- Mustard
- Tree nuts
- Sulphites
Tender chicken breasts get the savoury-smoky spice treatment in this weeknight winner. Fresh apples, almonds and kale make a filling salad side! Carb Smart is based on a per serving calculation of the recipe's carbohydrate amount.
Ingredients
2 unit
Chicken Breasts
1 unit
Granny Smith Apple
113 g
Kale, chopped
1.5 tsp
Dijon Mustard
(Contains: Mustard)
28 g
Almonds, sliced
(Contains: Tree nuts)
1 tbsp
Smoked Paprika-Garlic Blend
1 tbsp
White Wine Vinegar
(Contains: Sulphites)
170 g
Carrot
Not included in your delivery
3 tbsp
Oil*
¼ tsp
Salt and Pepper*
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
Before starting, preheat the oven to 450°F.Wash and dry all produce. Peel, then cut carrots in half lengthwise, then into 1/2-inch thick half-moons. Core, then cut apple into matchsticks. Whisk together vinegar, Dijon mustard and 2 tbsp oil (dbl for 4 ppl) in a large bowl. Add kale and apples. Toss to combine, then season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle with smoked paprika-garlic blend. Heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. When hot, add 1/2 tbsp oil (dbl for 4 ppl), then chicken. Pan-fry, until golden-brown, 1-2 min per side. Remove pan from heat, then transfer chicken to a baking sheet. Bake in the middle of the oven, until cooked through, 10-12 min.**
Heat the same pan over medium heat. When hot, add the almonds to the dry pan. Toast, stirring often, until golden-brown, 4-5 min. (TIP: Keep your eye on them so they don't burn!) Transfer to a plate.
Heat the same pan over medium heat. When hot, add 1/2 tbsp oil (dbl for 4 ppl), then carrots and 1/4 cup water (dbl for 4 ppl). Cook, stirring occasionally, until carrots are tender and liquid is absorbed, 6-8 min. Season with salt and pepper.
Add almonds to the large bowl with salad and toss to combine. Thinly slice chicken. Divide chicken, carrots and salad between plates.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavor: Many enjoyed the smoky chicken seasoning, while some found it bland; the kale salad received mixed reviews.
- Ease of prep: Customers appreciated the simple preparation and colorful presentation of this quick, healthy meal.
- Suggestions: Consider adding a sauce for the chicken; massage the kale or mix with other greens for better texture.
- Portions: Several noted too much kale and not enough carrots; some wanted more dressing for the salad.
- Leftovers: The kale salad held up well, with some mentioning it tasted even better the next day.
