Smart Layering: Stack up a Make-Ahead, Portable Lunch

By ClaudiaJan

Ingredients

• Parmesan polenta:
• 3 . Zesty Polenta
• Start With
• Cook according to package directions; add grated Parmesan to taste.
• Then Layer
• Jarred marinara sauce
• Minced peperoncini
• Shredded rotisserie chicken
• Roasted red peppers:
• Drain and chop.
• 4 . Tex-Mex Shrimp
• Start With
• Quinoa: Cook according to package directions.
• Then Layer
• Jarred tomatillo salsa
• Frozen corn:
• Steam; season with salt.
• Diced avocado:
• Toss in fresh lime juice.
• Canned black beans
• Boiled shrimp
• Minced red onion

Details

Adapted from Parade.com

Preparation

Step 1

3. Zesty Polenta
Start With
• Parmesan polenta:
Cook according to package directions; add grated Parmesan to taste.
Then Layer
• Jarred marinara sauce
• Minced peperoncini
• Shredded rotisserie chicken
• Roasted red peppers:
Drain and chop.

4. Tex-Mex Shrimp
Start With
• Quinoa: Cook according to package directions.
Then Layer
• Jarred tomatillo salsa
• Frozen corn:
Steam; season with salt.
• Diced avocado:
Toss in fresh lime juice.
• Canned black beans
• Boiled shrimp
• Minced red onion