Grilled Chicken Breasts with Spicy Orange-Ginger Glaze - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Grilled Chicken Breasts with Spicy Orange-Ginger Glaze is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Cristina Ferrare This dish is all about a tasty marinade that turns plain chicken breasts into a tender and juicy creation that tastes like citrus and spice.

Ingredients

3 organic chicken breasts (ask your butcher to cut the breasts in half and pound them a 1/4-inch thick)
1/2 c. fresh orange juice
2 tbsp. seasoned rice wine vinegar
1/4 c. orange marmalade
1 tsp. red pepper flakes
1 tbsp. fresh ginger
1 clove garlic
4 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. kosher salt
canola oil

Instructions

Place the chicken in a container large enough to hold six pieces of chicken.
To prepare the marinade: In a glass bowl, whisk together the orange juice, rice wine vinegar, orange marmalade, red pepper flakes, ginger, garlic, and olive oil. Pour over chicken, seal, and leave in the refrigerator 8 hours or, even better, overnight. This will tenderize the chicken.
To grill: Remove chicken from marinade and pat dry. Sprinkle both sides with kosher salt. Heat a grill pan or heavy skillet or fire up your outdoor grill until hot. Season the surface of the grill with 1 tablespoon of canola oil and use a paper towel to spread the oil evenly. Turn down the heat to medium-high. Do not place chicken breasts too close together, or you will create steam. Grill the chicken 3 inches apart.
Grill the chicken for 3 minutes on each side. Continue to grill for 1 more minute on each side for a total grill time of 8 minutes. Some of the pieces may grill faster if they are thinner than the others. Keep your eye on it and don't let it overcook or burn. Remove the chicken from grill and let rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes. Slice the chicken into strips or serve whole.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grilled Chicken Breasts with Spicy Orange-Ginger Glaze good for PCOS?

Yes, this Grilled Chicken Breasts with Spicy Orange-Ginger Glaze 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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