Warm Chipotle Chicken and Black Bean Bowl
A warm, comforting bowl of tender chicken breast, fiber-rich black beans, and tender green beans, tossed with black olives and seasoned with aromatic southwestern spices.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Helen + Lila
Helen 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 HealthDigestive 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
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
Comfortably 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
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Mixing bowl
Time saver
Make-Ahead Friendly: You can assemble this bowl in a food container the night before and just transfer it to your Ninja Combi when you are ready to heat and eat.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
- 3Read through the steps once before you begin
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Combine the cumin
- 01
Combine the cumin
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chipotle powder, and olive oil to form a smooth, flavorful spice paste.
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Toss the cooked chicken breast
Toss the cooked chicken breast, black beans, green beans, and black olives in the spice mixture until everything is evenly coated.
Look for: everything is evenly coated
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Transfer the seasoned chicken and vegetable mixture…
Transfer the seasoned chicken and vegetable mixture into the Ninja Combi pan, spreading it out into a single, even layer.
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Set your Ninja Combi to the Combi…
Set your Ninja Combi to the Combi Meals or Bake function at 350°F (175°C) and heat for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until the chicken and vegetables are piping hot and fragrant.
Look for: the chicken and vegetables are piping hot and fragrant
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Spoon the warm mixture into a shallow…
Spoon the warm mixture into a shallow serving bowl and enjoy immediately while hot.
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