Southwest Chicken and Black Bean Flax Pita
A quick, protein-packed pita stuffed with tender chicken, savory seasoned black beans, corn, and creamy tzatziki. Perfect for a quick lunch assembly or school-friendly meal prep.
Prep
10 min
Cook
2 min
Total
12 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Becca + Lila
Becca 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.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
2 min
Total
12 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
If prepping ahead for lunch, store the chicken and bean mixture separately from the pita and assemble right before eating to keep the bread soft.
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Instructions
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Place 0.5 cup of pre-cooked chicken breast on a cutting board and dice it into bite-sized pieces.
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In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the diced chicken and 0.33 cup of Old El Paso Santa Fe style black beans with corn and green chilies. Microwave on HIGH for 45 to 60 seconds until warm throughout.
Look for: warm throughout
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Take 1 Joseph's flax pita and carefully…
Take 1 Joseph's flax pita and carefully cut it in half to open the pocket, or warm it whole in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side until pliable.
Look for: pliable
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Spread 2 tbsp of tzatziki evenly inside…
Spread 2 tbsp of tzatziki evenly inside the pita pocket or across the pita surface.
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Layer 0.5 cup of fresh baby spinach into the pita.
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Spoon the warmed chicken and black bean…
Spoon the warmed chicken and black bean mixture into the pita pocket. Serve immediately or pack cold for later.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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