• START HERE
    • FAQS
  • The Team
  • Blog
    • Grocery Shopping
    • Extra Skin
    • Instant Pot Stuff
    • Monthly Member Spotlight
    • MTHFR
    • Weight Loss Tips
    • Rebecca and Dan’s Weight Loss Journey
    • Weight Loss Stories
  • Cookbooks
    • Instant Loss On A Budget
    • Instant Loss Eat Real, Lose Weight
    • Instant Loss Cookbook
  • Recipes
    • Instant Pot Recipes
    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
    • Sweets
    • Condiments & Sauces
  • Shop
    • Instant Loss Cookbooks
    • Instant Pot Favorites
    • Kitchen Appliances
    • Drinkware
    • Cookware
    • Linens and Miscellaneous
    • Bowls and Storage
    • Kitchen Utensils
    • Supplements
    • Pantry
    • Clothing
    • Skin and Scar Care
  • Contact
  • Media
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube

Instant Loss - Conveniently Cook Your Way To Weight Loss

Encouragement. Motivation. Delicious Recipes.

in Condiments&Dressings· Dairy Free· Dinner· Dressings· Grain Free· Instant Pot Recipes· Keto· Low Carb· Mains· Nut Free· Paleo· Recipes· Salads· Summer Recipes

Instant Pot Kale and Cabbage Chicken Bacon Salad

Instant Pot Kale and Cabbage Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad, yeah, it’s quite a mouthful in title and in bite-ful. This is a lunch or dinner salad that’s singing with so much flavor you’ll ask yourself the question, ‘Is the main ingredient really kale?’

Caramelized onions and bacon, savory chicken with a tangy mustard vinaigrette all cooked up in your Instant Pot Pressure Cooker in less than 30 minutes? Just say yes to this keto-friendly protein packed salad! 

Instant Pot Kale & Cabbage Chicken Bacon Salad instantloss.com

Not to toot my own horn, okay, maybe a little tooting, but my three kiddos absolutely devour this kale salad. It’s one that’s requested often and let me tell you the secret. It’s the bacon and onions. The heavenly aroma that’s emitted whilst you sauté those bad boys, triggers this primal need to consume whatever’s coming out of that pot. Even if it’s salad. 

Instant Pot Kale and Cabbage Chicken Bacon Salad is a great way to get those leafy green vegetables in. You can substitute purple cabbage or shredded brussels sprouts if you don’t have any green cabbage on hand. Or double up on the kale if you have a bundle that you need to use up!

{this post contains affiliate links}

 

The neatest thing about salads is that they’re so versatile. Don’t be afraid to change up the ingredients and use what you have on hand. 

Two of my other favorite Instant Pot Kid-Friendly recipes are my Easiest Instant Pot Meatballs Ever or my Grain Free Instant Pot Molten Lava Cake.

5 from 11 votes
Print

Instant Pot Kale and Cabbage Chicken Bacon Salad

Servings 4
Author Brittany Williams

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 strips nitrate free bacon, diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, slice thinly
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup low sodium chicken stock or water
  • 4 cups chopped kale
  • 2 cups shredded purple cabbage

Tangy Mustard Vinaigrette

  • 1/4 cup leftover chicken pan juices
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon 100% pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat an electric pressure cooker using the Sauté function, press the button multiple times until the display panel reads MORE. Than add 1 teaspoon olive oil, bacon, onion, and 1/4 teaspoon sea salt to the pot. Stir periodically as the bacon becomes crispy and the onions caramelize, about 20 minutes. 

  2. In a bowl, toss the chicken breasts in the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon sea salt, and black pepper. Remove the onions and the bacon from the pressure cooker, place inside a separate bowl, and set aside. Deglaze the pot by adding the chicken stock to the hot liner. Stir and scrape the bottom of the pan to remove any stuck on pieces. Then add the chicken breasts to the pot and stir to coat. 

  3. Place the lid on the pressure cooker. Make sure the vent valve is in the SEALING position. Select the MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK function and HIGH PRESSURE. Use the +/- buttons until the display reads 5. 

  4. While the chicken is cooking add the kale and cabbage to a large bowl, top with the onion and bacon. Set aside. In a bowl or jar combine all of the Tangy Mustard Vinaigrette ingredients except for the pan juices.

  5. When the cooker beeps to let you know it's finished, switch the vent valve from the SEALING to the VENTING position, administering a quick release. Use caution while the steam escapes, it's hot. 

  6. Carefully remove the chicken from the cooker with a slotted spoon and set it on top of the kale and cabbage. Being extremely careful remove the liner of the pressure cooker and carefully measure out 1/4 cup of pan juices. Add them to the dressing jar and stir to combine. Toss the salad with the dressing and serve immediately.

Share this:

  • Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)
  • More

Related

Filed Under: Condiments&Dressings, Dairy Free, Dinner, Dressings, Grain Free, Instant Pot Recipes, Keto, Low Carb, Mains, Nut Free, Paleo, Recipes, Salads, Summer Recipes

« Prime Day Deals 2019!
Instant Pot Asian Chicken Salad »

Comments

  1. Georgi Wellington says

    August 6, 2019 at 10:51 am

    This looks delish!

    Reply
  2. Mary says

    August 6, 2019 at 12:44 pm

    Do you know if turkey bacon will work! I dot eat pork!
    Thank you.

    Reply
    • Admin Instant Loss says

      August 7, 2019 at 12:14 pm

      Yes, turkey bacon will work. 🙂

      Reply
  3. Sharon says

    August 9, 2019 at 3:07 pm

    OH EMM GEEE! This is the best salad I think I’ve ever made!! So, so delicious! I, however just used romance lettuce and no cabbage or kale even though I understand this is probably the main point. 😊.

    Reply
  4. Michelle Rocino says

    August 9, 2019 at 4:06 pm

    5 stars
    I would have sworn that I didn’t like kale but this was the most delicious salad I have ever had!! And five 13 year olds ate it with me!

    Reply
    • Admin Instant Loss says

      August 13, 2019 at 1:58 pm

      Thank you so much for reaching out Michelle! I am so thrilled to hear that you loved the salad recipe, as well as the teenagers in your home. 🙂

      Reply
  5. Kaeleigh Adami says

    August 14, 2019 at 5:19 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious and simple. Everyone loved it!

    Reply
  6. Carol Wilson says

    September 16, 2019 at 8:55 am

    5 stars
    This is absolutely one of the best things I’ve ever eaten! I literally crave this now! Even if you hate kale and cabbage, TRY THIS!! You will change your mind!

    Reply
  7. Natalie says

    September 16, 2019 at 8:03 pm

    5 stars
    The only thing I would do differently when I remake this is to do a quick sauté of the kale with the bacon for about the last minute to take some of the bitter out. Because when this was reheated the next day for lunch there was no bitter bite. But all in all it tasted amazing. It is definitely something we will keep in our dinner rotation.

    Reply
  8. SANDY MCLEMORE says

    September 19, 2019 at 4:08 am

    Delicious! This morning, I asked my husband if this recipe is a keeper. He said absolutely, that it didn’t appeal to him at all when I told him about it, but once he took that first bite, he was completely impressed. He usually requires a lot of dressing on his salads, but he was completely content with a drizzle of this dressing. I loved it, too!

    Reply
    • Admin Instant Loss says

      September 19, 2019 at 12:50 pm

      Awww that’s awesome Sandy! I am so happy to hear ya’ll loved the recipe!

      Reply
  9. Kerri says

    September 25, 2019 at 6:11 pm

    5 stars
    My kale and cabbage were a little old so I decided to cook everything. It was still delicious. I added some poultry seasoning to the chicken. Then poured the dressing on top. Served it with cauliflower mash. Yummy!

    Reply
  10. alexandra says

    October 9, 2019 at 11:01 am

    5 stars
    My husband said this is the best salad he’s ever had and he usually doesn’t like salad OR a kale. He requested that I make it for his lunches from now on. Thank you for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Admin Instant Loss says

      October 9, 2019 at 11:23 am

      Awww that is so wonderful to hear Alexandra! Thank you so much for your review!
      Wishing you the best,
      Brittany

      Reply
  11. Mel says

    January 27, 2020 at 9:14 am

    5 stars
    This is really good! A little involved for me, but I don’t just love to cook. 🙁 However, it was worth the effort! Made as is, except I used less onion (out of fear that it would be too much). I will use the whole onion next time.

    Reply
  12. Deretta says

    April 5, 2020 at 6:56 pm

    5 stars
    We loved this salad! Reminds me of an old-time wilted spinach salad, but the kale and chicken just take it over the top. And that dressing! Home run!

    Reply
  13. Susie Woolley says

    April 13, 2020 at 4:24 pm

    5 stars
    This was amazing!! Everyone loved it. Used romaine instead of kale…baby steps. 😄

    Reply
  14. Arienne says

    July 24, 2020 at 12:35 pm

    I’d love to meal prep this salad for my lunch. Suggestions on the best way to do that?

    Reply
    • Admin Instant Loss says

      September 14, 2020 at 3:26 pm

      Thanks so much for reaching out Arienne! This salad will hold over well in the refrigerator for 3 days or so in any airtight container of your choice. I personally love to use Mason Jars.

      Reply
  15. Susan says

    August 9, 2020 at 5:42 pm

    5 stars
    Made this for dinner tonight and it was delicious!

    Reply
  16. Dawn Williams says

    August 24, 2020 at 10:02 am

    This looks great!
    Quick question – I REALLY hate mustard; so should I just leave it out or is there something to use as a substitute?

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Admin Instant Loss says

      October 6, 2020 at 11:14 am

      Hello Dawn,
      I promise you can not taste the mustard at all! You should not leave it out as it layers the flavors and is an important part of the recipe. Wishing you all the best!

      Reply
  17. Carolyn says

    October 4, 2020 at 4:19 pm

    5 stars
    This was really good and super fast and easy. I will say I gave up on browning the bacon and the onions in the IP – it was just taking too long and seemed to be steaming instead of browning, so I transfered it to a skillet. Everything else worked out really well and the flavor was incredible.

    Reply
  18. Lauren Stopnitzky says

    February 24, 2021 at 7:55 am

    I’d like to make the dressing on its own, but won’t have the chicken pan juices… what can I use in the dressing instead? Will olive oil do?

    Reply
    • Admin Instant Loss says

      March 11, 2021 at 1:44 pm

      Hi Lauren,
      Thanks so much for reaching out. I would not recommend using straight olive oil because what you would be getting in the chicken pan juice is a mixture of broth, bacon fat, all of the seasonings, etc. The closest thing I can think of would be like a flavored broth and add a touch of oil to it. But I wouldn’t recommend using just straight olive oil. Hope that helps!

      Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




looking for something?

Testimonials

Your group has come at such a good time for me. I just want to say thanks! I might not have lost any weight (yet) but you ‘live’ in our house. Mini muffins, lentil chili, those almond strawberry cookies… When my husband tells me how delicious these new recipes are the response is always, “Britt’s recipe!” I talk about you like we just went out for coffee Hahaha. I appreciate all the work you’re putting into your website and the fb group. I feel better about myself just being a part of it.

… Read more

Your story and success is very motivational and inspiring. I am looking forward to following your motivation.

I have literally been praying for someone to come into my life that could teach me or just help! I truly believe that you’re that person.


Your story and success is very motivational and inspiring. I am looking forward to following your motivation. -Christie
You’re giving some of us out here hope that change is possible. -Mary
First of all, wow, you are such an inspiration! Since following your journey; I have lost 10 pounds in two weeks. Thanks for opening up your life and inspiring so many. -Megan


 

Privacy Policy  Copyright © 2017 Instant Loss. All rights reserved. Contact Me

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

Disclosure

This site is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. I label affiliate links within the content of this site. Not everything I link to uses an affiliate link, however many of my links are affiliate links. If there is a link which is attached to a resource outside this website, it should be assumed that it is likely to be an affiliate link.

instantloss

I haven’t had a lot of words lately. My creativi I haven’t had a lot of words lately. My creativity is being used in other areas right now, I’m sure the words will find me again soon.⁣
⁣
In the meantime, for #transformationtuesday I want to honor the woman on the left who  took risks, followed her gut, and evolved through trial and fire into the woman on the right. ⁣
⁣
We are the same. ⁣
⁣
We are so very different.⁣
⁣
And I look forward to the day where the photo on the right becomes the photo on the left and I can step back and say, “look at all that we’ve become and have yet to become.”
My sister got married last weekend and I was final My sister got married last weekend and I was finally able to wear the dress I bought on clearance right before quarantine. 

It felt nice to get dressed up again. 💗
I posted this in stories last night but felt like I posted this in stories last night but felt like it should probably live on the feed too. ⁣
Growing up I thought the only reason someone would eat “healthy” was to lose weight. The way I thought about food evolved as an adult as I began to learn more about how important nutrition is.⁣
⁣
Eating well isn’t exclusive for weight loss. @syattfitness did a YouTube series where he ate a Big Mac every day for a month and lost 7 pounds because he stayed in a calorie deficit. You can literally eat anything and lose weight if the amount you’re eating keeps you in a deficit. But you cannot eat anything and be well.⁣
⁣
When I was a kid I would get these bumpy red spots on my upper arms, my doctor said it was keratosis pilaris, a common kid thing and that I would grow out of it. She wrote a prescription for a steroid cream and that was it.⁣
⁣
The steroid cream ran out but the bumps stayed. After my first pregnancy they began to spread, little bumps began to show up on my forearms, my upper thighs, then my bottom, and eventually my shins. I was super self conscious about it, I always wore sleeves and pants. Shorts were a major no-go, I don’t think I owned a single pair.⁣
⁣
Eventually I stopped hopping from fad diet to fad diet and I started to listen to my body and how it felt after I consumed certain foods. I began to experiment with food elimination and go-figure, not only did my over all health improve but things like those pesky bumps began to fade.⁣
⁣
My KP was a direct result of dietary choices I’d been making for years. These photos were captured only 30 days apart. As you can see my KP was aggravated after several months of indulgent eating. ⁣The photo on the right was taken after 30 days of eating mindfully and eliminating dairy and gluten again. 
⁣
Food matters. ⁣
⁣
I don’t care if you’re 500 pounds or 100– Our entire bodies are literally made up of and exist off what we consume, to think that the only thing food would affect is our weight is crazy. These bumps were a signal that my body was sending me to let me know that something wasn’t right, I spent 27 years of my life ignoring her. ⁣
⁣
It’s high time I choose to listen.
#fashun ⁣ ⁣ —> I finally created a LikeToKno #fashun ⁣
⁣
—> I finally created a LikeToKnowIt account. It’s an app where you can find clothes and products that people online wear. I’m always getting asked, about sunglasses, clothing, and products— I figured this might be easier. 🙂 You can find me over there @instantloss ⁣
⁣
I don’t know how I’d describe my fashion choices. Must be: comfortable, breathable, and cute. Probably a little boho, little surfer, little California girl. I like to show a little skin, so if my arms and legs are covered you’ll see a little tummy because I’m 31, not dead, and I told Brady that when I do die, he better bury me in a crop top. 💛✌️☀️⁣
⁣
ISO a tailor because GF is way too short for 99% of the things she buys. Rocks it anyway. Like mini trains everywhere I go.
WEEK 4 UPDATE!⁣ ⁣ Start measurements: ⁣ Uppe WEEK 4 UPDATE!⁣
⁣
Start measurements: ⁣
Upper right thigh: 25⁣
Upper left thigh: 24 1/4⁣
Hips: 41 1/2 inches⁣
Bust: 36 1/2 inches⁣
Waist: 31 3/4 plus a little⁣
Left arm: 11 1/4⁣
Right arm: 11 3/4⁣
Neck: between 12 1/4 and 1/2⁣
Above Left knee: 18 1/2⁣
Above Right knee: 19 1/2⁣
⁣
End measurements: ⁣
Upper right thigh: 23 1/2⁣
Upper left thigh: 22 3/4⁣
Hips: 38⁣
Bust: 34 1/2⁣
Waist: 29⁣
Left arm: 11 ⁣
Right arm: 11 1/4⁣
Neck: between 12 ⁣
Above Left knee: 16 1/2⁣
Above Right knee: 18⁣
⁣
Start weight: 151.8⁣
⁣
End weight: 140.6⁣
⁣
Result: I lost almost 16 inches overall and 11.2 pounds. ⁣
⁣
What did I do?⁣
⁣
I ate real, whole, minimally or non-processed food. I drank 80 ounces of water a day. I tried to get 7k to 10k steps a day. I implemented an earlier bedtime so I could begin getting 8 hours of sleep every night. ⁣
⁣
No magic pill.⁣
No detox tea.⁣
No BS.⁣
⁣
For recipes visit InstantLoss.com/Recipes
I have tried a lot of gluten-free cookies recipes I have tried a lot of gluten-free cookies recipes over the years. I’ve developed them, tried ones written by other bloggers— but this recipe. This one takes the cookie cake as hands down the best gluten-free chocolate chip cookie I’ve ever had! 

Click the link in my bio for the recipe! 😋😘
Our monthly challenge is coming to a close today s Our monthly challenge is coming to a close today so make sure you submit your final weigh-in by midnight on the 29th! ⁣
⁣
Don’t mind the toothpaste splatter on my full length mirror, this is where my kids brush and floss 🤣. I lost 10.2 pounds during this months challenge. The scale doesn’t reflect one of those pounds because the day after my first weigh-in was the day that Brady and I decided to have our pizza veg day. 🎉 ⁣
⁣
Better than losing 10 pounds is the way I feel. I feel energized, excited to take on the day, less bloated and inflamed, slower to frustration, and I haven’t had an anxiety attack in 26 days! I am also much stronger! A hike that took Brady and I over an hour on day 1 took us 48 minutes yesterday and we still had energy for more!⁣
⁣
The benefits of a whole food diet extend far beyond weight loss. 💪 Join us for our next accountability challenge, it begins today, you can read more on DietBet.com/instantloss
We bought a farmhouse! 💗⁣ ⁣ Brady and I hav We bought a farmhouse! 💗⁣
⁣
Brady and I have talked about buying a house in another state for years. Before Instant Loss we were landlords and we’ve always been fixers. ⁣
⁣
This farmhouse was built in the 1970’s. It had some major reno work done in 2010 but unfortunately is going to need some foundation help. We’ll need to move a few walls, remodel the bathrooms and kitchen, add a master bedroom (because it doesn’t have one)— it’s going to be a whole house makeover. We’re on the job, and we’ll be hanging out in Texas this Summer as we get it all started!⁣
⁣
I’ll post photos of the house soon. Should I post here or start a new Instagram for our projects?
The new recipe of the week is up on the blog! Clic The new recipe of the week is up on the blog! Click the link in my bio for written instructions and make this super quick and easy salmon and potatoes for lunch today!
Follow on Instagram
1 Corinthians 6:19-20

COPYRIGHT © 2017 · MARKET THEME BY RESTORED 316