Herb-Grilled Chicken Strips with Cherry Tomatoes
A savory, protein-packed snack featuring warm herb-grilled chicken, blistered cherry tomatoes, and fresh avocado. Perfect for beating the afternoon slump with steady, reliable energy.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthLow energy
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Appetite changes
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Before you start
Your 15-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Make a larger batch of these chicken strips during your weekly meal prep. They store beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep cup cucumber (sliced), avocado (sliced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Next: Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch wide…
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Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch wide…
Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch wide strips. Toss them in a bowl with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and dried herbs.
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Heat a skillet or grill pan over…
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken strips and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked completely through. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
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In the same pan
In the same pan, add the cherry tomatoes. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, tossing occasionally, until they just begin to blister and soften, picking up the savory flavors left by the chicken.
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Arrange the sliced avocado and cucumber on…
Arrange the sliced avocado and cucumber on each plate.
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Serve the warm chicken strips alongside the…
Serve the warm chicken strips alongside the blistered tomatoes, with the cucumber and avocado on the side. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon if you'd like.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Make a larger batch of these…
Make a larger batch of these chicken strips during your weekly meal prep. They store beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
If you are taking this on…
If you are taking this on the go, the tomatoes can be packed raw alongside the cooked and chilled chicken strips for a refreshing crunch.
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