Sesame Ginger Chicken Power Bowl
A satisfying, meal-prep-friendly bowl with tender pan-seared chicken breast, fiber-packed quinoa, and colorful, crisp vegetables tossed in a lower-sodium sesame ginger dressing. Perfect for keeping you full and energized throughout busy days.
Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min
Makes
2 servings
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Made by Renee + Lila
Renee 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 HealthComfortably 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
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
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + 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
Setup
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Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Saucepan · Whisk · Mixing bowl
Time saver
Meal Prep Friendly: You can cook the quinoa and chicken up to 4 days in advance. Store the vegetables and dressing in separate containers and assemble just before eating to keep the vegetables crisp.
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Combine the quinoa and water in a…
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Combine the quinoa and water in a…
Combine the quinoa and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes until fluffy.
Look for: fluffy
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Whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the sesame-ginger dressing.
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Season the chicken breast pieces with a…
Season the chicken breast pieces with a pinch of black pepper. Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Look for: the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C)
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Combine the cooked quinoa
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cooked chicken, shredded carrot, purple cabbage, and edamame.
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Drizzle the prepared sesame-ginger dressing over the…
Drizzle the prepared sesame-ginger dressing over the bowl and toss to combine.
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Divide into bowls and top with sesame…
Divide into bowls and top with sesame seeds before serving.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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