Craveable Meal Prep Grilled Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Jars Creamy Crunch Bliss
A creamy, protein-packed Caesar pasta salad layered in mason jars with grilled chicken and crisp romaine—perfect for meal prep and busy weekdays.
Ingredients
2 large chicken breasts (about 450 g)
1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
1 teaspoon (5 g) garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon (3 g) salt
1/4 teaspoon (1 g) black pepper
1/2 teaspoon (2 g) dried oregano
3 cups (300 g) rotini or penne pasta, uncooked
1 cup (240 g) plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup (60 g) mayonnaise
2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
1 teaspoon (5 g) Dijon mustard
1 clove (3 g) garlic, minced
1/3 cup (30 g) grated Parmesan cheese
3 cups (180 g) chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup (40 g) red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup (50 g) shaved Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup (50 g) whole grain croutons (optional)
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and cool completely.
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Season chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and oregano. Grill 6–7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Rest and slice.
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Whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, and grated Parmesan.
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Layer dressing, pasta, tomatoes, onion, chicken, shaved Parmesan, and romaine into mason jars.
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Seal and refrigerate up to 4 days. Add croutons before serving.
Notes
Layer dressing at the bottom to prevent soggy lettuce.
Cook pasta al dente for best texture.
Store croutons separately until ready to eat.