Best Southwestern Chicken Mason Jar Salad Recipes

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN FAJITA MASON JAR SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• Add the chicken, bell peppers, zucchini and onions to a large baking sheet. Drizzle the oil and seasoning blend over the mixture and stir to coat. Bake uncovered until the chicken is cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes.
• To assemble, split the fajita mixture, sweet potatoes and greens in that order among four mason jars. These jars will keep for 3 to 5 days. Place the avocado, cheese, cilantro, lime juice and sour cream if using on top of the greens the morning of.

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN FAJITA MASON JAR SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Add the prepared vegetables and chicken to a large baking sheet pan. Drizzle the oil and seasoning over the mixture, and then stir to coat. Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. To assemble: Put in the fajita mixture, sweet potatoes, and greens in that order. If you choose to add the optional ingredients, place them on top of the greens the day you plan to eat the salad. These jars will keep for 3 to 5 days. * Roast the sweet potatoes in advance to enjoy as a snack throughout the week and to add to this salad. Or roast them together with the vegetables and chicken. Simply add an extra teaspoon of both oil and seasoning.

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN MASON JAR SALAD

Steps:

• For the honey-lime vinaigrette: Add the honey, olive oil, mustard, lime juice, cumin and cayenne, if using, to a 16- to 20-ounce mason jar. Place the lid on the jar and shake well until incorporated. Season with salt and pepper.
• For the salad: Layer in the chicken, quinoa, beans, corn, cheese, onions and cilantro and top with the lid. Chill until ready to serve.