Thai Style Low Carb Peanut Chicken - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Thai Style Low Carb Peanut Chicken is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 1487 calories, 141g protein, and 26.5g carbs per serving. Ready in 38 minutes.
Nutrition per Serving
Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein. Coconut is contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) for quick energy. Garlic is supports cardiovascular health and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Adequate protein intake is crucial for PCOS management as it helps stabilize blood sugar levels and reduces cravings.
This recipe pairs well with a side of leafy greens or a simple mixed salad to add extra fiber and micronutrients to your dinner.
Ingredients
- 6 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
- 1 Cup Peanuts (1/2 Cup Peanut Butter if you aren’t making your own)
- 1/4 Cup Chicken Stock
- 2 Tbsp. Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp. Orange Juice
- 1 Tbsp. Lemon Juice
- 1 Tbsp. Rice Vinegar
- 1/2 Tbsp. Coconut Oil
- 1/2 Tbsp. Erythritol
- 1/2 tsp. Sesame Oil
- 2 tsp. Chili Garlic Paste
- 1/4 tsp. Coriander
- 1/4 tsp. Cayenne Pepper
- Salt Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse your peanut off in the bowl of your salad spinner.
- Spin the salad spinner and then pat the nuts dry with paper towels.
- Add your peanut to your food processor.
- Blend the nuts until they are powdery, scrape the sides and then continue blending.
- Once the nuts turn a little bit creamy, add 1/2 Tbsp. erythritol and 1/2 Tbsp. coconut oil.
- Continue blending until a smooth and creamy consistency happens.
- In a bowl, combine your peanut butter, 1/4 Cup Chicken Stock, 2 Tbsp. Soy Sauce, 1 Tbsp. Orange Juice, 1 Tbsp. Lemon Juice, 1 Tbsp. Rice Vinegar, 1/2 tsp. Sesame Oil, 2 tsp. Chili Garlic Paste, 1/4 tsp. Coriander.
- Mix the ingredients well until a thick and creamy sauce is achieved.
- Cube all of your chicken thighs, cutting off the extra grit as needed.
- Season your chicken thighs well with salt and pepper, to taste.
- In a pan, bring 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil to its smoking point – I use the highest heat my stove can go.
- Once the smoking point is achieved, add your chicken and start cooking it fast.
- As the chicken cooks, moisture is released. You don’t want boiled chicken, so make sure you pat out the extra moisture with a paper towel. This means that the oil will be removed with the juices.
- Continue cooking until the chicken is browned on both sides. Trying to not touch the chicken too much here is key.
- Once the chicken is cooked, add your peanut sauce.
- Turn your pan to low and let this simmer for 10 minutes.
- Serve with slices cucumber, red pepper flakes, and extra chili paste.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Thai Style Low Carb Peanut Chicken contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Coconut: May support metabolism without spiking blood sugar
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Sesame: Provide calcium, iron, and zinc beneficial for PCOS
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Thai Style Low Carb Peanut Chicken can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Nuts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Thai Style Low Carb Peanut Chicken recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 1487 calories per serving with 141g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
This recipe takes about 38 minutes total. Prep time is 28 minutes and cook time is 10 minutes. It makes 3 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 1487 calories, 141g protein (38%), 26.5g carbs, 107g fat. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 1487 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 3 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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