Layered Holiday Chopped Chicken Salad (Printable)

A festive jar combining juicy chicken, fresh veggies, cranberries, and creamy dressing, ideal for holiday meals or easy prep.

# What you need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped (about 2 medium breasts)

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
03 - 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
04 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced

→ Fruits & Nuts

07 - 1/3 cup dried cranberries
08 - 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, chopped

→ Cheese

09 - 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled

→ Dressing

10 - 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
11 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
12 - 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
13 - 1 tablespoon honey
14 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
15 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# How to make it:

01 - Whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
02 - Divide the dressing evenly among 4 large quart-size mason jars.
03 - In each jar, layer cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red cabbage, cooked chicken, dried cranberries, feta cheese, pecans or walnuts, and top with romaine lettuce.
04 - Seal jars tightly and refrigerate until ready to serve.
05 - Shake jars vigorously or empty contents into a bowl and toss well before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Convenient meal prep option
  • Refreshing blend of flavors and textures
02 -
  • This recipe is gluten-free and suitable for holiday meal prep.
  • Contains dairy and tree nuts; double-check allergens if sensitive.
03 -
  • For best texture, add avocado just before serving.
  • Use quart size jars to fit all layers evenly.
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