Dinner: Grilled Vietnamese Chicken

So easy grilled Vietnamese style chicken, sure to become a favorite.

Prep Time: 30 mins

Cook Time: 10 mins

Total Time: 40 mins

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Lemon

Health benefits of Grilled Vietnamese Chicken

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 garlic cloves, minced
16 oz boneless skinless chicken breast
2 tbsps molasses
2 tsps black pepper
1 tbsp dark sesame oil
2 tbsps fish sauce
2 tbsps lemon juice

Instructions

1. Heat the grill.

2. Place all the ingredients (except the chicken) in a shallow glass baking dish and stir them together.

3. Make a few shallow slits across the chicken breast, going a little deeper in the thick end.

4. Make a few shallow slits longways, resulting in a slight diamond pattern in the meat.

5. Place the chicken in the marinade, making sure some gets into the slits.

6. Leave the chicken to marinate for about 10-15 minutes to pick up the flavor. (Usually marinate them for a couple hours).

7. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 8-10 minutes (until no longer pink), turning once during cooking.

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