Fiesta Chicken and Black Bean Salad Bowl
A vibrant, high-protein lunch packed with tender chicken, fiber-rich black beans, fresh avocado, and tangy salsa. It comes together in under 15 minutes using quick stove-top cooking or pre-cooked chicken breast.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Vickie + Lila
Vickie 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
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Store leftover black beans and cooked chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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Instructions
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Next: Heat 1 tsp (5ml) of olive oil…
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Heat 1 tsp (5ml) of olive oil…
Heat 1 tsp (5ml) of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F (190°C).
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Season the chicken breast with ground cumin
Season the chicken breast with ground cumin, salt, and pepper, then add to the hot skillet.
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Cook for 5 to 7 minutes per…
Cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the surface is golden brown.
Look for: the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the surface is golden brown
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Remove the chicken breast from the skillet
Remove the chicken breast from the skillet, let it rest on a cutting board for 3 minutes, then slice into bite-sized strips.
Allow: 3 minutes
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Warm the rinsed black beans in the…
Warm the rinsed black beans in the same skillet over low heat for 2 minutes until hot throughout.
Look for: hot throughout
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Slice the half avocado into thin fans…
Slice the half avocado into thin fans or cubes.
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Assemble your bowl by placing the black…
Assemble your bowl by placing the black beans as the base, topping with sliced chicken breast, avocado, fresh salsa, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
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