Blackened Chicken Protein Salad Jars
A flavorful and nutritious salad featuring spicy blackened chicken layered with fresh vegetables and protein-packed ingredients, perfect for convenient meal prep in a jar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon blackened seasoning
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/4 cup diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup corn kernels
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons ranch dressing (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Season chicken breasts evenly with blackened seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook chicken in the skillet for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked and nicely blackened; let rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice the chicken into thin strips.
- In two clean jars, layer salad ingredients starting with greens, then quinoa, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, carrots, cucumber, cheese, and topped with sliced blackened chicken.
- Add a drizzle of ranch dressing if desired, seal jars, and refrigerate until ready to eat.
- Shake the jar to mix the salad before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lime juice and garlic before seasoning; serve with a side of avocado slices for healthy fats.