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Fresh Mason Jar Greek Salad with Zesty Lemon Oregano Chicken

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A vibrant and fresh Greek salad layered in mason jars with zesty lemon oregano chicken, perfect for quick meal prep and lunches on the go.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Juice of 2 lemons (about 1/4 cup)
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for marinade)
  • 2 tbsp fresh oregano, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1/2 medium green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for dressing)
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, chopped oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
  3. Prepare salad ingredients: Chop cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice red onion, pit and halve olives, dice green bell pepper, crumble feta, and chop romaine lettuce. Keep ingredients separate.
  4. Make the dressing: Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until emulsified. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Assemble mason jars: Pour about 2 tablespoons of dressing into the bottom of each jar. Layer in order: green bell pepper, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, feta cheese, sliced chicken, and top with romaine lettuce. Seal jars tightly.
  6. Store jars upright in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Before eating, shake the jar or pour contents into a bowl to mix layers and dressing evenly.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Rest cooked chicken before slicing to keep it juicy. Layer dressing at the bottom of the jar to prevent sogginess. If chicken seems dry, drizzle olive oil before layering. Dressing can be made ahead and stored up to a week. For dairy-free, substitute or omit feta. Naturally gluten-free.

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