Warm Chicken and Zucchini Skillet Bowl
A soothing, low-carb skillet meal featuring tender ground chicken and soft zucchini gently seasoned for easy digestion. It comes together quickly in one pan for a gentle, nourishing dinner.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
27 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.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthDigestive 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
Well-fueled muscles
Support your everyday foundations
A varied meal helps bring protein, energy and minerals into the day without turning dinner into a supplement calculation.
Notice: comfort + hydration
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
Everyday strength
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
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
27 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
Make a double batch to store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for quick lunch prep.
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- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Instructions
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Heat extra virgin olive oil in a…
Heat extra virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium heat (around 350°F / 175°C) for 1 minute until shimmering.
Look for: shimmering
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Add ground chicken to the skillet
Add ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until no longer pink.
Look for: no longer pink
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Stir in diced zucchini
Stir in diced zucchini, ground turmeric, fine sea salt, and black pepper.
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Lower heat to medium-low
Lower heat to medium-low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer for 7 to 8 minutes until zucchini is very tender and soft to the touch.
Look for: zucchini is very tender and soft to the touch
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Remove from heat
Remove from heat, transfer to a bowl, and allow to cool for 2 minutes before serving.
Allow: 2 minutes
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