Mason Jar Salad (chili lime chicken)

Looking for a quick, easy meal prep recipe you can grab on the go and enjoy? A chili lime chicken mason jar salad is just what you need. It is delicious, easy to make, store, and a perfect lunch recipe to enjoy!

Why should you try this recipe?

This mason jar salad is an amazing recipe that works well for lunch! If you are wondering what’s special about this one, we have a few reasons:

• This recipe is super healthy. You get protein from chicken, nutrients from vegetables, and healthy fats from avocado oil. For someone having a healthy lifestyle goal, this recipe works well.
• It is tasteful. You get aroma and flavor from the spices and marinated chicken. Plus, the vegetables add their twist.
• It is super easy to make. And you can easily make it in large batches. It is a great meal prep recipe; you can prepare and store it in advance for later use.

Ingredient breakdown

• Chicken breast: Use boneless chicken breast for this recipe. Baking allows you to cook larger batches at a time. You can also use boneless thigh meat as well. Thigh meat cooks faster, and you don’t have to worry about the meat getting dry.
• Avocado oil: Avocado oil is loaded with healthy fats and nutrients. You can, however, use olive oil as well.
• Chili powder: It adds heat to the chicken, making it spicy and tasteful.
• Smoked paprika: Smoked paprika has a slightly sweet and smoky flavor which makes the chicken tastier.
• Garlic powder: It adds a savory and garlicky flavor. You can use freshly minced garlic as well.
• Salt: Adjust the flavor according to your liking by adding salt to taste.

For the salad

• Red bell pepper: I have used red bell pepper for its fruity flavor and beautiful bright color. You can add green, and yellow, or combine all colors for a more visually appealing dish. (you can substitute for onion)
• Cherry tomatoes: They add juiciness and a unique tomatoey flavor to this salad. Plus, they are refreshing as well.
• Baby spinach: It might have a grassy flavor, but baby spinach is loaded with nutrients, especially iron. It is the right ingredient for a healthy salad. I prefer using fresh spinach for this recipe.
• Lime: Fresh lime juice enhances the salad’s flavor by adding a refreshing and citrusy flavor. It also ensures the vegetables stay fresh for longer.
• Cilantro: The herbaceous and citrusy flavor of cilantro also play its part in adding more flavor to this recipe.

How to store chili lime chicken salad jar?

Once the cooked ingredients cool down, add everything to a mason jar, seal the lid tightly and place the jar in the refrigerator. It will last for about 5 days.