Blackened Chicken Taco Filling - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Blackened Chicken Taco Filling is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen Add a punch of flavor to taco night with this delicious blackened chicken. The versatile spice rub can also be used on fish and shrimp.

Ingredients

1 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. ground coriander
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
kosher salt
1 tbsp. olive oil
2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Instructions

Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, coriander, garlic powder, cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Heat the oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with the spice mixture and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to the baking sheet and roast until cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Cinnamon is one of the best ingredients that someone with insulin sensitivity can eat. Half a teaspoon of cinnamon per day has been shown to be very effective at normalizing blood sugar levels. Cinnamon contains hydroxychalcone, which is thought to enhance the effects of insulin. It has also been suggested that Cinnamon prevents post-meal blood sugar spikes by slowing the gastric emptying rate - meaning that food digests slowly. (Reference: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11506060). Skinless...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blackened Chicken Taco Filling good for PCOS?

Yes, this Blackened Chicken Taco Filling 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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