Santa Fe Skillet Chicken - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Santa Fe Skillet Chicken is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Lindsay Funston Tex-Mex at its finest: This skillet chicken is topped with melty cheddar and a delicious black bean-red onion mixture.

Ingredients

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp. Taco Seasoning
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
kosher salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small red onion, chopped
2 red bell peppers, chopped
1 15-oz. can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 c. shredded Cheddar
Chopped fresh cilantro, for serving

Instructions

Season chicken with taco seasoning, cayenne pepper, and salt.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink, 6 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate.
Add garlic, onion, and red pepper to skillet and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in black beans until warmed through. Transfer mixture to a bowl.
Reduce heat to low and return chicken to skillet. Top with cheddar and black bean mixture. Cover and let heat until cheese is melted.
Garnish with cilantro and serve.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Skinless chicken breast, often heralded for its lean nutritional profile, is undeniably a powerhouse when it comes to protein content. With an impressive 21 grams of protein packed into every 100 grams of the breast, it emerges as a preferred choice for those conscious about their protein intake. Delving deeper into the nutritional matrix of chicken, one can't overlook the copious amounts of vitamin B6 it houses. This particular vitamin plays an indispensable role in our body, especially when di...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Santa Fe Skillet Chicken good for PCOS?

Yes, this Santa Fe Skillet 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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