Cozy Rotisserie Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowl
A warm, comforting bowl featuring tender shredded rotisserie chicken, roasted sweet potato cubes, and wilted spinach drizzled with a simple garlic olive oil dressing. It is designed to be highly satisfying while remaining light enough for a late-evening dinner.
Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Katie + Lila
Katie 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
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
25 min
Total
35 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Sheet pan · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Meal Prep Hack: Roast a double batch of sweet potatoes ahead of time to cut your evening cook time down to less than 5 minutes.
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Instructions
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Next: Peel the large sweet potato and chop…
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Peel the large sweet potato and chop…
Peel the large sweet potato and chop it into 1/2-inch (1.3cm) cubes.
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Toss the sweet potato cubes with one…
Toss the sweet potato cubes with one teaspoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt on a baking sheet. Roast at 400°F (205°C) for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a fork slides easily into the center.
Look for: the edges are golden brown and a fork slides easily into the center
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Heat a small skillet over medium-low heat
While the potato roasts, heat a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add one teaspoon of olive oil and the minced garlic clove. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Look for: fragrant but not browned
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Add the baby spinach to the skillet…
Add the baby spinach to the skillet and toss with tongs for 1 to 2 minutes until just wilted. Remove from the heat.
Look for: just wilted
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Warm the shredded rotisserie chicken breast in…
Warm the shredded rotisserie chicken breast in a microwave-safe dish for 30 to 45 seconds until heated through.
Look for: heated through
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Assemble the bowl by placing the warm…
Assemble the bowl by placing the warm sweet potato cubes, wilted spinach, and shredded chicken side-by-side. Drizzle the remaining warm garlic olive oil from the skillet over the ingredients before serving.
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