Dinner: Chicken Under a Brick

Oven baked chicken bricks that's great for the Abs Diet.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Lemon

Health benefits of Chicken Under a Brick

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 discussing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) management.

For individuals grappling with PCOS, the internal hormonal turbulence can be overwhelming, often leading to a spike in testosterone and androgen levels. This is where vitamin B6 comes into the spotlight. Acting as a balancer, vitamin B6 diligently works behind the scenes to keep these hormones in check, ensuring they don't surge beyond desirable levels. It is this equilibrium that becomes paramount for those earnestly looking to curtail the excessive flow of testosterone and androgen. In the broader spectrum of PCOS management, incorporating foods rich in vitamin B6, like chicken breast, can be a strategic move, providing both nutritional sustenance and hormonal balance.

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

Ingredients

1 tbsp cracked black pepper
1/2 tbsp hot red pepper flakes
1 tbsp rosemary, chopped
1 tsp coarse salt
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 breasts, bone and skin removed large chicken breasts
1 lemon yields lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, chopped

Instructions

1. Rinse and dry the chicken breasts, then sprinkle them with the salt, pepper, red pepper, garlic, and rosemary.

2. Place them in a baking dish, pour on lemon juice and olive oil, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour.

3. Wrap each of the bricks in aluminum foil. Brush the grill with a stiff wire brush.

4. Dip a paper towel (folded into a small square) in oil and, holding it with tongs, rub it over the rods of the grill to oil them.

5. Then place the chicken at a 45-degree angle to the rods and put the bricks on top.

6. Cook over high heat for 4 to 6 minutes per side, reorienting each breast every 2 minutes for a crosshatching effect.

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