Baked "Fried" Chicken | PCOS Meal Planner

This Baked "Fried" Chicken is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

For this healthier version of fried chicken, skinless chicken pieces are dipped in a spicy bread-crumb coating and baked until crispy and golden brown. We guarantee that you won't miss the calories.

Ingredients

Servings 4

Olive oil nonstick cooking spray
1/2 c. plain dried bread crumbs
1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp. cornmeal
1/2 tsp. ground red pepper
1 large egg white
1/2 tsp. salt
1 Chicken

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Grease 15 1/2" by 10 1/2" jelly-roll pan with cooking spray.
On waxed paper, combine bread crumbs, Parmesan, cornmeal, and ground red pepper. In pie plate, beat egg white and salt.
Dip each piece of chicken in egg-white mixture, then coat with crumb mixture, pressing firmly so mixture adheres. Arrange chicken in prepared pan; lightly coat chicken with cooking spray.
Bake chicken until coating is crisp and golden brown and juices run clear when thickest part of chicken is pierced with tip of knife, about 35 minutes. Makes 4 main-dish servings. Nutritional information is based on one serving.

Why this Baked "Fried" Chicken works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Baked "Fried" Chicken that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baked "Fried" Chicken good for PCOS?

Yes, this Baked "Fried" 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 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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