Mason Jar Chicken & Quinoa Salad for Meal Prep

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

A protein-packed salad layered in jars with lemon-dill dressing, perfect for grab-and-go lunches all week. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken breast, olive oil, paprika into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1, boneless skinless (6 oz) chicken breast
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup, cooked quinoa
• 1/2 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup, diced cucumber
• 1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
• 1/4 cup, crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Season chicken breast with 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, add chicken, and cook for 7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
2. Step 2: While chicken cooks, combine 1/2 cup cooked quinoa, 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup diced cucumber, and 1/4 cup diced red onion in a bowl.
3. Step 3: Whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to make the dressing.
4. Step 4: Layer ingredients in mason jars: 1/4 cup quinoa mixture, 1/4 cup sliced chicken, 1/4 cup quinoa mixture. Drizzle with 1 tbsp dressing and seal the jars.