Bold, zesty, and loaded with lean protein, these Spicy & Savory Buffalo Chicken Protein Jars layer juicy chicken tossed in low-sugar Buffalo sauce with creamy high-protein ranch, crisp celery, and blue cheese crumbles for the ultimate meal prep lunch!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ultra High-Protein: Diced chicken breast and Greek yogurt deliver massive protein to keep you full for hours.
Low-Sugar & Bariatric-Friendly: Crafted with zero added sugars and portioned into portable glass jars.
Crunchy & Creamy Texture: Crisp diced celery and blue cheese contrast perfectly with rich Buffalo sauce.
Essential Kitchen Equipment
4 Glass Mason Jars (16 oz): For clean, layered meal prep storage.
Mixing Bowls: For tossing chicken in Buffalo sauce and mixing the ranch layer.
Cutting Board & Chef’s Knife: For dicing the chicken and fresh celery.
Ingredients
For the Buffalo Chicken Layer:
3 cups (approx. 1 lb) Cooked chicken breast (diced)
1/3 cup Frank’s RedHot Original Buffalo Wings Sauce (or any low-sugar hot sauce)
1 tbsp Unsalted butter (melted)
For the High-Protein Ranch Layer:
1 cup Plain non-fat Greek yogurt (or cottage cheese, blended)
1 tbsp Dry ranch seasoning mix
1 tbsp Unsweetened almond milk or water (to thin)
For the Crisp Top Layers:
1 1/2 cups Fresh celery (diced small)
1/4 cup Blue cheese crumbles (or light feta)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep Buffalo Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine diced cooked chicken breast, Buffalo sauce, and melted butter. Toss until chicken is fully coated and saturated in sauce.
2. Make High-Protein Ranch: In a separate bowl, whisk together plain Greek yogurt, dry ranch seasoning, and 1 tbsp milk or water until smooth and creamy.
3. Layer the Base: Divide the saucy Buffalo chicken evenly among the bottoms of 4 glass jars (about 3/4 cup per jar).
4. Add Ranch Layer: Spoon 1/4 cup of the high-protein ranch dressing over the chicken layer in each jar.
5. Top with Celery & Blue Cheese: Finish each jar with a layer of diced crisp celery and a sprinkle of blue cheese crumbles.
6. Seal & Chill: Cover tightly with airtight lids and refrigerate. Shake or stir well right before serving!
Chef’s Tips
Meal Prep Pro Tip: Placing the diced celery on top keeps it completely isolated from the sauce so it stays crisp all week long.
Heat Level Adjustment: For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the Buffalo chicken toss!
Nutritional Breakdown (Per Jar / 4 Servings Yield)
Servings: 4 jars
Calories: ~245 kcal
Protein: 34g
Net Carbs: 3g
Fat: 9g
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How long do these stay fresh in the fridge?
Stored tightly sealed in glass jars in the refrigerator, these Buffalo Chicken Protein Jars remain fresh, crunchy, and delicious for up to 4 to 5 days!