Quick Lemon Herb Chicken Breast Bites
Tender, bite-sized chicken breast seasoned with zesty lemon and oregano for a clean, high-protein option.
Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Kim + Lila
Kim 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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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
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
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Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Prep a double batch ahead of time and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for quick protein anytime.
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Instructions
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Next: Cut 150g chicken breast into bite-sized 1…
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Cut 150g chicken breast into bite-sized 1…
Cut 150g chicken breast into bite-sized 1 inch (2.5cm) pieces.
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In a small bowl, toss chicken bites with 0.5 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 0.5 tsp dried oregano, 0.25 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
Look for: evenly coated
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Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat…
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes.
Allow: 2 minutes
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Add chicken bites in a single layer…
Add chicken bites in a single layer and cook for 3 to 4 minutes without moving them to get a golden sear.
Allow: 3 to 4 minutes
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Flip chicken pieces and cook for an…
Flip chicken pieces and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and no pink remains.
Look for: internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and no pink remains
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Remove from skillet and allow to rest…
Remove from skillet and allow to rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Allow: 2 minutes
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