Five Spice Grilled Chicken - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Five Spice Grilled Chicken is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Chef John See a quick-and-easy recipe for fabulous, five-spice grilled chicken.

Ingredients

1 (5 pound) whole chicken, cut in half
1/2 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon fish sauce
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon Chinese five-spice powder
2 teaspoons hot chile paste (such as sambal oelek)
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/3 cup seasoned rice vinegar
1/2 lime, juiced
1 teaspoon fish sauce
1 teaspoon hot chile paste (such as sambal oelek)

Instructions

Score the skin side of each piece of chicken 2 to 3 times, about 1/8 inch deep.
Whisk together the the juice of 1/2 lime, 1 tablespoon fish sauce, garlic, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, Chinese five-spice powder, 2 teaspoons hot chile paste, ginger, and soy sauce in a bowl. Pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, coat evenly with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in refrigerator for 6 hours.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
Remove chicken halves from the bag and transfer to a plate or baking sheet lined with paper towels. Pat chicken pieces dry with more paper towels. Reserve marinade mixture in a small bowl.
Whisk together the 1/3 cup rice vinegar, juice of 1/2 lime, 1 teaspoon fish sauce, and 1 teaspoon hot chile paste in a small bowl. Set aside.
Grill chicken, skin-side down, on the preheated grill for 2 minutes. Turn each piece, brush with reserved marinade mixture, and move to indirect heat.
Grill, brushing with glaze and turning ever 10-15 minutes, until well-browned and meat is no longer pink in the center, about 45 minutes total. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should read 180 degrees F (82 degrees C).
Drizzle vinegar lime juice mixture over the chicken and serve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Five Spice Grilled Chicken good for PCOS?

Yes, this Five Spice Grilled Chicken 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 6 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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