Green-Chile Chicken Thighs with Arugula Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Green-Chile Chicken Thighs with Arugula Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe By: Adam Perry Lang Adam Perry Lang, owner of Daisy May's BBQ USA in New York City, tasted New Mexican Hatch green-chile powder for the first time last year during one of his "flavor recon missions," he says. "I was absolutely amazed by the color,

Ingredients

2 tbsp. unsalted butter
3 tbsp. New Mexican Hatch green-chile powder or other mild green-chile powder
1 tsp. ground coriander
1 tsp. dried oregano
Salt and freshly ground pepper
12 chicken thighs on the bone
2 tbsp. coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 lb. baby arugula
2 tbsp. Cilantro leaves
1/2 lb. queso fresco or farmer cheese
Creamy Grits

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Spread the butter in a medium roasting pan. In a small bowl, combine the chile powder, coriander and oregano with a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Sprinkle the seasonings generously over the chicken thighs, pressing to help them adhere.
Transfer the chicken to the roasting pan, skin side down. Cover the chicken with foil and roast for 1 hour. Turn the chicken thighs and roast, uncovered, for 25 minutes longer, until they are cooked through and the pan juices are slightly reduced.
Light the broiler. Broil the chicken 6 inches from the heat for 2 to 3 minutes, until the skin is golden and crisp. Pour the pan juices into a bowl and stir in the parsley and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Season the pan juices with salt and pepper.
In a medium bowl, whisk the remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Add the arugula, cilantro and queso fresco and season with salt and pepper. Spoon the Creamy Grits into shallow bowls and top with the chicken thighs. Mound the salad alongside, drizzle the pan juices all around and serve.
Wine Recommendation: Oak fermentation adds weight to Kim Crawford's 2005 Marlborough Pinot Gris, a round, appley white with enough body to stand up to the bold-flavored chicken.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Green-Chile Chicken Thighs with Arugula Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Green-Chile Chicken Thighs with Arugula Salad 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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