Pistachio-Crusted Chicken with Carrot Raita - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Pistachio-Crusted Chicken with Carrot Raita is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Phoebe Lapine The Indian-spiced yogurt raita does double-duty, flavoring the chicken and serving as a dipping sauce.

Ingredients

6 oz 2-percent-fat Greek yogurt
1 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves,plus more for garnish
1 large garlic clove
2 tablespoons lemon juice
lemon wedges for serving
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 medium carrots, chopped
4 thin chicken cutlets
3/4 cup unsalted raw pistachios, finely ground in food processor
2 teaspoons olive oil

Instructions

Heat oven to 350 °. In a food processor, puree yogurt, cilantro, garlic, lemon juice, cumin and salt until smooth. Transfer 1/3 cup yogurt mixture to a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken and shake until coated. Add carrots to processor and puree with remaining yogurt sauce; refrigerate carrot raita. Spread pistachios on a wide plate. Remove chicken from yogurt mixture and dredge in pistachio crumbs, pressing them to adhere until fully coated. Shake off any excess.
In a large ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown, about 1 minute per side. Transfer pan to oven and bake until cooked through, 5 minutes. Serve cutlets with carrot raita, and garnish with cilantro and lemon wedges.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pistachio-Crusted Chicken with Carrot Raita good for PCOS?

Yes, this Pistachio-Crusted Chicken with Carrot Raita 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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