Chipotle Honey Chicken and Black Bean Bowl
Seared chicken breast marinated in a smoky chipotle, garlic, and honey blend over brown rice and fiber-rich black beans. A satisfying single-serving bowl providing high protein and stable energy.
Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Danielle + Lila
Danielle 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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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
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
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
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.
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Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Saucepan · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Store leftover cooked components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Instructions
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Next: Prepare the marinade by combining grated garlic
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Prepare the marinade by combining grated garlic
Prepare the marinade by combining grated garlic, chipotle in adobo, smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, avocado oil, red wine vinegar, and honey in a small mixing bowl.
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Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces…
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and coat thoroughly in the marinade. Let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
Allow: 10 minutes
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Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat…
Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat (375°F / 190°C).
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Add the marinated chicken to the hot…
Add the marinated chicken to the hot skillet and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Look for: golden brown on all sides and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C)
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Warm the cooked brown rice and black…
Warm the cooked brown rice and black beans in a small saucepan or microwave until heated through.
Look for: heated through
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Assemble the bowl by layering the warm…
Assemble the bowl by layering the warm brown rice and black beans at the base, then top with the seared chipotle honey chicken and any pan juices.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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