Layered Holiday Chopped Chicken (Printer-Friendly)

Festive jar with layered chicken, fresh vegetables, cranberries, nuts, and creamy dressing ready to enjoy.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped (approximately 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

# Method:

01 - Whisk Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
02 - Distribute the dressing evenly among 4 large quart-sized 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 chopped romaine lettuce in that order.
04 - Seal jars tightly and refrigerate until ready to serve.
05 - Shake the jar vigorously or pour contents into a bowl and toss to combine before eating.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Perfect for meal prep
  • Festive and vibrant flavors
02 -
  • Substitute turkey for chicken for an extra holiday twist
  • Add sliced avocado just before serving for creaminess
03 -
  • Use fresh ingredients for best texture
  • Toast nuts lightly for enhanced flavor
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