Creamy Blueberry Chicken Salad Recipe | Myrecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Creamy Blueberry Chicken Salad Recipe | Myrecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Julianna Grimes Red onion and celery add crunch to this quick chicken salad. Blueberries have thick skins, so they won't break apart when tossed with the chicken.

Ingredients

1/2 cup thinly vertically sliced red onion
1/3 cup diced celery
1/4 cup torn fresh basil
12 ounces shredded skinless, boneless rotisserie chicken (about 3 cups)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 cup plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt
2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
1 tablespoon honey
2 cups fresh blueberries
1 (5-ounce) package baby arugula
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Combine first 4 ingredients in a medium bowl; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Combine yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and honey in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add yogurt mixture to chicken mixture; toss to coat. Gently stir in blueberries. Place arugula, remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice, oil, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a bowl; toss to coat. Divide arugula mixture evenly among 6 plates; top each serving with about 3/4 cup chicken mixture.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Honey, Basil.

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balan...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Creamy Blueberry Chicken Salad Recipe | Myrecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Creamy Blueberry Chicken Salad Recipe | Myrecipes 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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