Crunchy Kale and Chicken Salad
This Crunchy Kale and Chicken Salad delivers 44g protein and 672 calories per serving — a complete meal, not a side dish. Quick prep yields 4 servings, making lunch stops unnecessary. Built for lifters who need whole meals ready, not just protein add-ons.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Grilled(360g)
- •Kale(1440g)
- •Celery(240g)
- •Almonds(80g)
- •Raisins, Seedless(80g)
- •Mayonnaise, Regular(120g)
- •Vinegar, Apple Cider(45g)
- •Honey(23g)
- •Mustard, Dijon(8g)
Dijon mustard — Grey Poupon or store brand. Spicier than yellow mustard.
- •1/4 tsp salt ($0.02)
- •1/4 Tsp Black Pepper (Freshly Cracked, $0.02)
Instructions
- 1Cut the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces (roughly ½–¾ inch) and set aside.
- 2Rinse the kale thoroughly under cold water, remove the leaves from the tough center stems, tear into 1–2 inch pieces, and spin or pat dry in a clean kitchen towel until no excess moisture remains.
- 3Dice the celery into small bite-sized pieces (roughly ¼ inch) and set aside with the chicken.
- 4In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard until smooth and fully combined; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5In a large bowl, combine the dried kale pieces, chopped chicken, diced celery, raw almonds, and seedless raisins.
- 6Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until all ingredients are evenly coated and the kale is well dressed.
- 7Divide the salad evenly into 4 airtight containers while still fresh; seal and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition — Per Serving
672
calories
44g
protein
41g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 43g
- Saturated fat
- 5.8g
- Sodium
- 506 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 18.8g
4 servings per batch · ~599g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
AI Swap Engine
Swap any ingredient and get recalculated macros instantly.
Set your goal to unlock — free, 30 secondsCommon questions
How much protein does Crunchy Kale and Chicken Salad have per serving?
Each serving contains 44g of protein with 672 calories, 41g fat, and 43g carbs. The higher calorie density comes from the olive oil-based dressing and chicken thighs, making this a calorie-dense protein option.
How long does Crunchy Kale and Chicken Salad take to prep?
Quick prep time with 4 servings per batch allows you to portion salad components and dressing separately for maximum freshness throughout the week. Assembly takes minutes when components are pre-prepped.
Is Crunchy Kale and Chicken Salad good for muscle gain?
At 44g protein and 672 calories per serving, this recipe supports muscle gain phases where caloric surplus is the priority. The balanced macros with healthy fats from dressing make this suitable for strength training nutrition.
