Chipotle-Style High Protein Chicken Bowl
Juicy seasoned chicken breast over chopped romaine, pinto beans, fresh tomato salsa, and creamy avocado. A fast-casual inspired lunch that is rich in protein and fiber to keep you full.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Heather + Lila
Heather created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Saucepan
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Prep the vegetables and measure pantry ingredients earlier in the day to shorten cook time.
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet…
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Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet…
Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F (190°C) for 1 minute.
Allow: 1 minute
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Add the diced chicken breast and taco…
Add the diced chicken breast and taco seasoning to the skillet. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Look for: cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C)
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Warm the rinsed pinto beans in a…
Warm the rinsed pinto beans in a small saucepan over medium heat at 300°F (150°C) for 2 minutes until hot.
Look for: hot
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Assemble the bowl by layering the crisp…
Assemble the bowl by layering the crisp chopped romaine lettuce at the bottom.
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Top the lettuce with the cooked chicken…
Top the lettuce with the cooked chicken breast, warmed pinto beans, fresh salsa, and sliced avocado.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Serve immediately
Serve immediately. Store leftover cooked chicken and beans separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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