Winning chicken lunch delights

Make your midday break extra special with these creative (and packable!) uses for leftovers that take 5 minutes to toss together

Craving cheesy?

This ready-in-minutes quesadilla combines spicy pepper-Jack, tender chicken and sweet onions for a oneof-a-kind lunch you’ll want to make every week. To make: In bowl, mix 1⁄4 cup shredded pepper-Jack cheese, 1⁄2 cup shredded chicken, 1⁄4 cup sliced red onions and the juice of 1 lime. Sprinkle mixture over 1 whole-wheat tortilla. Fold in half, then microwave 1 min.

Craving spicy?

For a hearty afternoon meal that’s packed with energizing protein and filling fiber, grain bowls can’t be beat. A sprinkling of fresh jalapeños gives this gluten-free offering an extra kick of fiery heat and metabolism-revving nutrients.

To make: Scoop 1 cup cooked quinoa into bowl. Top with 1⁄2 cup drained and rinsed black beans, 1⁄2 cup shredded chicken, 1 diced bell pepper and 1⁄2 minced jalapeño. Drizzle with 2 Tbs. olive oil and the juice of 1 lime.

Craving creamy?

Forget boring chicken salads—this Indian-inspired twist contains a zesty curry powder and yogurt sauce to wake up your taste buds. To make: In bowl, mix 1⁄2 cup diced chicken, 1⁄4 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tsp. curry powder, 1 Tbs. raisins, 1 Tbs. sliced almonds and 1 Tbs. sliced scallions. Serve on your favorite bread or over greens.