Rice in a Jar 4 Versions
Transform your meal prep game with *Rice in a Jar: 4 Versions*, a versatile and flavor-packed recipe perfect for busy lifestyles. This quick and customizable dish features four creative combinations—ranging from a protein-rich Chicken & Broccoli option to a zesty Mediterranean Chickpea mix. Each jar starts with fluffy white or nutty brown rice layered with fresh ingredients like sautéed bell peppers, baby spinach, or black beans, and finished with flavorful seasonings such as soy sauce, taco seasoning, or a splash of lemon juice. Ready in just 20 minutes and stored conveniently in mason jars, these make-ahead meals last up to four days in the fridge, ensuring you have a grab-and-go lunch or dinner option that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for meal preppers, busy families, or anyone seeking easy, healthy, and budget-friendly recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups per jar Cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 tbsp per jar Vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup per jar (for Version 1) Cooked chicken breast, diced
- 0.5 cup per jar (for Version 1) Broccoli florets, steamed
- 1 tsp per jar (for Version 1) Soy sauce
- 0.5 cup per jar (for Version 2) Cooked ground beef or turkey
- 0.25 cup per jar (for Version 2) Black beans
- 2 tbsp per jar (for Version 2) Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp per jar (for Version 2) Taco seasoning
- 0.5 cup per jar (for Version 3) Cooked shrimp, tails removed
- 0.5 cup per jar (for Version 3) Diced bell peppers, sautéed
- 0.5 tsp per jar (for Version 3) Garlic powder
- 1 tsp per jar (for Version 3) Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup per jar (for Version 4) Chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 handful per jar (for Version 4) Baby spinach, chopped
- 1 tsp per jar (for Version 4) Lemon juice
- 1 tsp per jar (for Version 4) Olive oil
Instructions
Cook rice according to package instructions and let it cool slightly.
Prepare four clean and dry mason jars or glass containers with tight-fitting lids.
VERSION 1 - CHICKEN & BROCCOLI: Add 2 cups of cooked rice to a jar. Top with 1/2 cup of diced cooked chicken, 1/2 cup of steamed broccoli, and 1 teaspoon of soy sauce. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of vegetable broth. Seal the jar tightly.
VERSION 2 - TACO INSPIRED: Add 2 cups of cooked rice to a jar. Top with 1/2 cup of cooked ground beef or turkey, 1/4 cup of black beans, 2 tablespoons of shredded cheddar cheese, and 1 teaspoon of taco seasoning. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon vegetable broth. Seal the jar tightly.
VERSION 3 - SHRIMP & PEPPER: Add 2 cups of cooked rice to a jar. Top with 1/2 cup of cooked shrimp, 1/2 cup of sautéed diced bell peppers, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon chopped parsley, and 1 tablespoon of vegetable broth. Seal the jar tightly.
VERSION 4 - MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA: Add 2 cups of cooked rice to a jar. Top with 1/2 cup of chickpeas, a handful of chopped baby spinach, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of olive oil, and 1 tablespoon of vegetable broth. Seal the jar tightly.
Refrigerate all jars for up to 4 days. When ready to eat, heat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes (if preferred hot) or enjoy at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 133.5 g | 171% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.9 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 376 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 9650 mg | 420% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.3 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.2 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.1 g | ||
| Protein | 123.8 g | 248% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 534 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 2545 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
