Chicken Roulades with Tapenade and Prosciutto - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Chicken Roulades with Tapenade and Prosciutto is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Whip up a quick and easy weeknight meal with chicken roulades stuffed with homemade tapenade and thin slices of prosciutto.

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts (See Kelly's Notes)
1/2 cup sundried tomatoes packed in oil
2/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives
3 cloves garlic
3 Tablespoons lemon zest
1/2 cup bread crumbs
4 thin slices prosciutto
Olive oil, for sautéeing

Instructions

Place one chicken breast between two pieces of wax paper and pound it with a meat tenderizer (or the bottom of a heavy skillet) until it's 1/4-inch thick. Repeat with the remaining chicken breasts.
In the bowl of a food processor, combine the sundried tomatoes packed in oil, olives, garlic cloves, lemon zest and bread crumbs. Pulse until well combined and the mixture blends into a paste.
Spread one-fourth of the mixture on one side of each of the chicken breasts then top it with a slice of prosciutto. Tightly roll up each chicken breast and secure it with a toothpick. Season the roulades with salt and pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil. Sear the roulades on all sides, cooking them until the interior reaches 165 ºF. Allow the cooked roulades to rest for 5 minutes. Remove the toothpicks from the roulades then slice and serve.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chicken Roulades with Tapenade and Prosciutto good for PCOS?

Yes, this Chicken Roulades with Tapenade and Prosciutto 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?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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