35 Dishes You Need to Serve with Kale Salad for a Complete Meal

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Wondering what to serve with kale salad? You’ve got the salad, now let’s make it a meal. Whether you’re looking to add some protein, a tasty side, or just something to balance out the crunch, there are tons of great options to round out your plate and turn that salad into a full-on feast.

Parmesan Tuscan Chicken Recipe

Parmesan Tuscan Chicken Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Parmesan Tuscan Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.


 

Parmesan Tuscan Chicken uses chicken breasts, sun dried tomatoes, spinach, parmesan cheese & a creamy sauce. Serve with pasta and a salad.
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Easy Honey Bbq Chicken

Easy Honey BBQ Chicken. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Easy Honey BBQ Chicken. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Honey BBQ Chicken is made with my homemade Honey BBQ sauce & tender boneless skinless chicken thighs. So easy to do on the grill, oven & more!
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The Best Roast Chicken Recipe Ever

The Best Roast Chicken Recipe Ever. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
The Best Roast Chicken Recipe Ever. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

The Best Roast Chicken is a simple and straight forward recipe that feeds the whole family! Crispy skin, full of flavor with oh, so juicy!
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Chicken Pesto Pasta

Chicken Pesto Pasta. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Chicken Pesto Pasta. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Chicken Pesto Pasta Recipe is a fast, delicious dinner featuring pesto, heavy cream, rotisserie chicken & pasta. Tomatoes optional!
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Air Fryer Chicken Skewers

Air Fryer Chicken Skewers (20 Min Meal!). Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Air Fryer Chicken Skewers. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Air Fryer Chicken skewers are seasoned, air fried, and smothered in a delicious butter, garlic and parmesan sauce. Ready in 20 minutes!
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Perfect Sous Vide Chicken Breast Recipe

Perfect Sous Vide Chicken Breast Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Perfect Sous Vide Chicken Breast Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

PERFECT Sous Vide Chicken Breasts every time! Follow my simple instructions for juicy, tender – never dry – boneless skinless chicken breasts.
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Crispy Baked Buttermilk Ritz Cracker Chicken

Crispy Baked Buttermilk Ritz Cracker Chicken. Photo Credit Butter and Baggage.
Crispy Baked Buttermilk Ritz Cracker Chicken. Photo Credit: Butter and Baggage.

This easy cheesy baked chicken with buttermilk and buttery ritz crackers recipe makes the CRISPIEST meal in just 10 MINUTES.
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Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas. Photo Credit Semi Homemade Kitchen.
Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas. Photo Credit: Semi Homemade Kitchen.

Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas are a quick, flavorful dinner with succulent chicken, vibrant peppers, and sweet onions. Perfect for busy nights!
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Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

Air Fryer ChicOlive Garden Chicken Pasta. Photo Credit Lauren's Latest.
Air Fryer ChicOlive Garden Chicken Pasta. Photo Credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Olive Garden Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful and delightful weeknight meal made in the crockpot with a handful of ingredients.
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Pasta Bake with Chicken

Pasta Bake with Chicken. Photo Credit Southern Food and Fun.
Pasta Bake with Chicken. Photo Credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This easy pasta bake is great with chicken or Italian sausage. Everything goes in one pot and then into a baking dish. A perfect casserole!
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Roasted Red Pepper Italian Sausage Pasta

Roasted Red Pepper Italian Sausage Pasta. Photo Credit Lauren's Latest.
Roasted Red Pepper Italian Sausage Pasta. Photo Credit Lauren’s Latest.

If you like red peppers, sausage, cream, and pasta, you will love this 30-minute Roasted Red Pepper Italian Sausage Pasta dinner.
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Spicy Shrimp Pasta Recipe

Spicy Shrimp Pasta Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Spicy Shrimp Pasta Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Spicy Shrimp Pasta Recipe is covered in a creamy tomato sauce and topped with cheese. Plus it can be ready in about 30 minutes!
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Taco Pasta

Taco Pasta. Photo Credit Chew Out Loud.
Taco Pasta. Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

This Taco Pasta is ideal for any busy weeknight but tasty enough to share on weekends! Perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prep.
Get the Recipe: Taco Pasta

Parmesan Baked Cod Recipe

Parmesan Baked Cod Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Parmesan Baked Cod Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This easy Parmesan Baked Cod Recipe is so creamy and cheesy! The perfect blend of textures and flavors, ready in 20 minutes.
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Honey Glazed Sesame Salmon

Honey Glazed Sesame Salmon. Photo Credit Lauren's Latest.
Honey Glazed Sesame Salmon. Photo Credit: Lauren’s Latest.

If you like honey butter, then you will love this Sesame Salmon. Slightly sweet with an Asian flair, then topped with sesame seeds!
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Baked Salmon with Garlic Parmesan Bread Crumbs

Baked Salmon with Garlic Parmesan Bread Crumbs. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Baked Salmon with Garlic Parmesan Bread Crumbs. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This recipe for Baked Salmon with Garlic Parmesan Bread Crumbs is so simple, so flavorful and ready in about 20 minutes.
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Smoked Beef Tenderloin Recipe

Smoked Beef Tenderloin Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Smoked Beef Tenderloin Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Your special occasion dinner just got an upgrade with Smoked Beef Tenderloin. This show stopping main course will wow your guests!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Beef Tenderloin Recipe

Prime Rib

Prime Rib. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Prime Rib. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Perfect for Christmas, this Prime Rib Recipe couldn’t be easier. Slathered with butter, garlic and herbs and baked to perfection.
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World’s Best Lasagna Recipe

World's Best Lasagna Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
World’s Best Lasagna Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This is hands down the Best Lasagna Recipe ever! Layer hearty meat sauce with three cheeses and lasagna pasta and bake until hot and bubbly.
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The Best Ever Meatloaf Recipe

The Best Ever (Moist) Meatloaf Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
The Best Ever Meatloaf Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This is the best moist Meatloaf Recipe that is easy to follow, flavorful, tender. Made with a sweet ketchup glaze. A classic version.
Get the Recipe: The Best Ever Meatloaf Recipe

Garlic Steak

Garlic Steak. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Garlic Steak. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Garlic Steak is the most tender ribeye recipe! Flavorful, simple, and fast, this amazing recipe will get you cooking steak all year long!
Get the Recipe: Garlic Steak

Rosemary Maple Mustard Pork Roast Recipe

Rosemary Maple Mustard Pork Roast Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Rosemary Maple Mustard Pork Roast Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Rosemary Maple Mustard Pork Roast Recipe is a fabulous way to cook up aa easy, big, tasty roast and impress a crowd. Enjoy!
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Oven Baked Bone-In Pork Chops

Oven Baked Bone In Pork Chops. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Oven Baked Bone In Pork Chops. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Savory and sweet, juicy and tender, these Smothered Baked Pork Chops in the oven are roasted to perfection in just 30 minutes!
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Crock Pot Pork Roast

Crock Pot Pork Roast. Photo Credit Lauren's Latest.
Crock Pot Pork Roast. Photo Credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Crock Pot Pork Roast is so easy to make and comes out juicy and full of flavor. Serve over rice pilaf, mashed potatoes or pasta. Enjoy!
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Pork Roast

Smoked Pork Butt

Smoked Pork Butt. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Smoked Pork Butt. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Smoked Pork Butt is going to turn into the best Pulled Pork you’ve ever had. It literally just FALLS apart – so moist and delicious.
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Crispy Breaded Pork Chops with Milk Gravy

Crispy Breaded Pork Chops With Milk Gravy. Photo Credit Southern Plate.
Crispy Breaded Pork Chops with Milk Gravy. Photo Credit: Southern Plate.

Crispy Breaded Pork Chops fried in a skillet creates a delicious meal. Serve it with our creamy Milk Gravy and your favorite side.
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Pull Apart Pizza Bread Recipe (Bubble Pizza)

Pull Apart Pizza Bread Recipe (Bubble Pizza). Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Pull Apart Pizza Bread Recipe (Bubble Pizza). Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

If you think making pizza is simple, try Pull Apart Pizza Bread (aka Bubble Pizza)! It’s simple to throw together and everyone gobbles it up!
Get the Recipe: Pull Apart Pizza Bread Recipe (Bubble Pizza)

Bruschetta Pizza

Bruschetta Pizza. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Bruschetta Pizza. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Bruschetta Pizza is everything you love about bruschetta loaded onto a cheesy pizza crust with pesto, fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil and balsamic glaze.
Get the Recipe: Bruschetta Pizza

Easy Vegan Flatbread Recipe

Easy Vegan Flatbread Recipe. Photo Credit Debra Klein.
Easy Vegan Flatbread Recipe. Photo Credit: Debra Klein.

Homemade Vegan Flatbread. Easy gluten-free recipe is simple and delicious. Roasted squash, onions and garlic plus hummus and spinach.
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Garlic Bread Recipe

Garlic Bread Recipe. Photo Credit Lauren's Latest.
Garlic Bread Recipe. Photo Credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This is the tastiest recipe for cheesy and garlicky Garlic Bread! Jazz up store-bought French bread with simple garlic butter.
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Hasselback Homemade Garlic Bread Recipe

Hasselback Homemade Garlic Bread Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Hasselback Homemade Garlic Bread Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Hasselback Homemade Garlic Bread Recipe has MORE butter, MORE cheese, MORE garlic, and MORE bread in every single bite. It’s glorious.
Get the Recipe: Hasselback Homemade Garlic Bread Recipe

Copycat Domino’s Bread Bites

Copycat Domino's Bread Bites. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Copycat Domino’s Bread Bites. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Parmesan Bread Bites are pillow-y soft on the inside, & buttery, golden brown on the outside. Topped with parmesan cheese!
Get the Recipe: Copycat Domino’s Bread Bites

Savory Parmesan Rosemary Shortbread

Savory Parmesan Rosemary Shortbread. Photo Credit Intentional Hospitality.
Savory Parmesan Rosemary Shortbread. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality.

These savory and easy to make parmesan rosemary shortbread cookies are an elegant appetizer or special late-night snack with a glass of wine.
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Easy Meatball Skillet with Parmesan

Easy Meatball Skillet with Parmesan. Photo Credit Practically Homemade.
Easy Meatball Skillet with Parmesan. Photo Credit: Practically Homemade.

This Meatball Skillet with Parmesan is an easy and flavorful one-pan dish with homemade meatballs and gooey cheese.
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Amazing Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup

Amazing Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Amazing Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Tortellini Soup is a super easy vegetarian meal that is packed full of tomatoes, seasonings and, of course, cheesy tortellini!
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