Lemon Chicken II - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Lemon Chicken II is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 227 calories, 32.22g protein, and 4.32g carbs per serving. Ready in 320 minutes. High in fiber (0.3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp seasoned salt
- 4 tsps chicken bouillon granules
- 6 tbsps lemon juice
- 1 1/2 lbs chicken breast
- 1 tsp dried oregano leaves
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tbsp fresh parsley, minced
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels.
- Combine oregano, seasoned salt, and pepper. Rub over chicken.
- Brown chicken in a skillet over medium heat. Let chicken rest 8 minutes then cut into 1" pieces. Place chicken in slow cooker.
- Combine water, lemon juice, garlic, and bouillon in skillet. Bring to boil, stirring to loosen browned bits. Pour over chicken.
- Cover. Cook on low 3-4 hours. Stir chicken. Remove lid and cook 15-30 minutes longer, allowing juices to thicken slightly. Add parsley.
- Serve chicken and juices over rice.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Lemon Chicken II contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Lemon Chicken II can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Chicken Breast, Lemon.
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
Yes, this Lemon Chicken II recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 227 calories per serving with 32.22g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 0.3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 320 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 310 minutes. It makes 4 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 227 calories, 32.22g protein (57%), 4.32g carbs, 8.38g fat. Plus 0.3g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 227 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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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