Quick Mediterranean Chicken and Chickpea Bowl
A fresh, protein-rich lunch bowl featuring juicy diced chicken breast, tender chickpeas, crisp cucumbers, and creamy feta cheese. Tossed in a simple herb marinade, it is completely bread-free and ideal for advance meal prep.
Prep
10 min
Cook
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Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Natashia + Lila
Natashia 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
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
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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Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
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Total
10 min
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Equipment
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Prep Ahead: Make double or triple batches on the weekend for quick grab-and-go lunches during busy teaching days.
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Instructions
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Next: Measure olive oil
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Measure olive oil
Measure olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper into a medium bowl, and whisk until blended.
Look for: blended
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Add the chicken breast
Add the chicken breast, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese to the bowl with the marinade.
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Toss gently with a spoon until all…
Toss gently with a spoon until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Look for: all ingredients are evenly coated
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Transfer to a glass storage container or…
Transfer to a glass storage container or serving dish and serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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