Grilled Chicken Panzanella Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Lunch

This Grilled Chicken Panzanella Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Jamie's non-traditional take on a classic Italian bread salad features chicken, arugula, raisins and, of course, bread!

Ingredients

4 to 6 chicken breast cutlets
4 thick slices peasant bread, grilled and cut into 2-inch chunks
1 lb heirloom tomatoes
1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced, fronds reserved
1 cup golden raisins, plumped in 1/2 cup warm water
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups baby arugula
ricotta salata, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat grill pan. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then place on grill and cover with aluminum foil (sprayed with non-stick spray). Place a heavy-bottomed pot on top of foil to press down chicken and speed up the cooking process.
Allow to cook for 1-2 minutes, then flip and cover again. Flip once more and cover. Finally, flip a 3rd time and leave uncovered to finish cooking.
Meanwhile, onto the preheated grill, place the slices of bread drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and seasoned with salt and pepper. Grill 3 minutes on each side, or until slightly charred. Cut into 2-inch chunks when finished.
In a small bowl, add golden raisins and warm water, let soak for 5 minutes, or until plumped.
In a large bowl with arugula, add thinly sliced fennel (reserve fronds for garnish). Chop tomatoes into rough chunks, add salt, then add to bowl. Add raisins and bread chunks. Add sherry vinegar and toss to coat. Shave ricotta salata over top.
Remove chicken from grill pan and slice, then place on top of salad.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Chicken Breast.

Skinless chicken breast, often heralded for its lean nutritional profile, is undeniably a powerhouse when it comes to protein content. With an impressive 21 grams of protein packed into every 100 grams of the breast, it emerges as a preferred choice for those conscious about their protein intake. Delving deeper into the nutritional matrix of chicken, one can't overlook the copious amounts of vitamin B6 it houses. This particular vitamin plays an indispensable role in our body, especially when di...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grilled Chicken Panzanella Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Grilled Chicken Panzanella Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

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