Smoky, marinated chicken breast, sweet roasted corn kernels and red onion slices, spiced black beans. There are layers of flavor and texture in this salad; factor in a convenient mason jar for storage, and meal prepping salads has never been easier.
Course main course, salad
Cuisine American, Mexican
Keyword bbq, mason jar salad, southwest
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time 25 minutesminutes
Servings 6
Calories 428kcal
Author Steph
Equipment
sheet pan
griddle or grill pan
32 oz mason jars
Ingredients
The Chicken
3lbschicken breastraw, thin sliced
2packetsMcCormick Applewood Grillmates Marinade
splashvinegar red wine or apple cider preferred
The Beans
1.5cupsblack beansdrained, rinsed
1/4tspcumin
1/4 tsppaprika
1/4tspkosher salt
1/4 tspgarlic powder
1/4 tsponion powder
Other Components
1.5cupscornfrozen or canned, defrosted and drained
3mediumred onionssliced
10ozmixed greens
12tablespoonsBolthouse Farms Honey BBQ Ranch dressingor dressing of choice, 2 tablespoons per serving
Instructions
The Chicken
The night before (or several hours before) cooking the chicken, prepare the marinade.
Add the contents of the marinade packets to a large freezer bag or bowl.
Add a splash of water and a splash of vinegar to bring the marinade together.
Submerge the chicken pieces and toss to coat. Let the chicken marinate in the fridge for several hours, or overnight.
When ready to cook the chicken, preheat a large griddle or grill pan over medium high heat.
Cook the chicken for approximately 5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165F. This may have to be done in batches.
Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside on a cutting board to cool. Chop into bite sized pieces.
The Beans
Combine the beans with the spices and set aside in a bowl.
The Corn and Onions
Preheat the oven to 400F.
Arrange the corn kernels and sliced red onion on a sheet pan. Spray with cooking spray and season with kosher salt and pepper.
Roast for 15 minutes. Remove from oven to cool.
Assembly
Place an equal layer of chicken on the bottom of each mason jar.