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Honey Dijon Chicken & Kale Salad

Honey Dijon Chicken & Kale Salad

Now get 50% more protein per serving in this HelloFresh classic!

Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on December 30, 2025

Massaged kale meets golden seared chicken in this flavor-packed salad. Honey Dijon dressing brings sweet-tangy magic while crisp apple, ruby cranberries, and sharp Parmesan create the perfect bite. Ready in under 30 minutes, this nutritional powerhouse satisfies every craving!

Tags:
Calorie Smart
Quick
Sodium Smart
Easy Prep
Carb Smart
Easy Cleanup
Allergens:
Eggs
Milk

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.

Total Time
Prep Time
DifficultyEasy
serving amount

4 ounce

Kale

½ teaspoon

Dried Thyme

1.5 ounce

Honey Dijon Dressing

(Contains: Eggs)

3 tablespoon

Parmesan Cheese

(Contains: Milk)

1 ounce

Dried Cranberries

1 unit

Apple

15 ounce

Chicken Cutlets

2 teaspoon

Dijon Mustard

1 teaspoon

Garlic Powder

Not included in your delivery

teaspoon (tsp)

Salt

teaspoon (tsp)

Black Pepper

1 teaspoon (tsp)

Cooking Oil

3 teaspoon (tsp)

Olive Oil

/ per serving
Calories610 kcal
Fat28 g
Saturated Fat6 g
Carbohydrate35 g
Sugar25 g
Dietary Fiber5 g
Protein54 g
Cholesterol170 mg
Sodium550 mg
Potassium1110 mg
Calcium200 mg
Iron2 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.
Large Bowl
Paper Towel
Plastic Wrap
Meat Mallet
Large Pan
Small Bowl
Whisk

Cooking Steps

Prep
1
  • Wash and dry produce.

  • Remove and discard any large stems from kale; chop into bite-size pieces. Halve, core, and thinly slice apple.

  • Place kale in a large bowl; using your hands, massage kale with a large drizzle of olive oil (similar to how you would knead dough) until leaves are tender, 1-2 minutes. TIP: Dont skip this step—massaging helps the kale leaves wilt slightly, lending a tender (never fibrous!) texture.

Cook Chicken
2
  • Pat chicken* dry with paper towels; place between two large pieces of plastic wrap. (TIP: Not sure how much chicken to use? Refer to the "Before you start" section at left for guidance.) Pound with a mallet or rolling pin until about ½ inch thick. Season all over with garlic powder, half the thyme (all for 4 servings), salt, and pepper.

  • Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook until browned and cooked through, 5-7 minutes per side.

  • Turn off heat; transfer to a cutting board.

Mix Dressing
3
  • While chicken cooks, in a small bowl, whisk together honey Dijon dressing, mustard, and a drizzle of olive oil (large drizzle for 4 servings). Season lightly with salt and pepper.

Finish & Serve
4
  • Slice chicken crosswise.

  • Add apple and Parmesan to bowl with kale. Toss with as much dressing as you like.

  • Divide salad between bowls. Sprinkle with dried cranberries. Top with chicken, drizzle with any remaining dressing, and serve.

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