Grilled Chicken Quarters with Grape Tomato Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Grilled Chicken Quarters with Grape Tomato Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

To mellow the strong flavor and take the bite out of a raw onion, we like to soak it, sliced or chopped, in ice water for a minimum of 10 minutes — a little longer for an even sweeter flavor.

Ingredients

4 lemons
3 clove garlic
1 tsp. olive oil
Kosher salt and coarsely ground black pepper
1 Chicken
1/4 c. red onion
1/4 c. fresh basil leaves
2 pt. grape or cherry tomatoes

Instructions

Prepare outdoor grill for covered direct grilling over medium heat.
From 3 to 4 lemons, grate 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon peel and squeeze 1 tablespoon juice. Cut remaining lemon into 4 wedges and reserve for serving with chicken.
In small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons lemon peel with garlic, olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. With fingertips, gently separate chicken skin from meat on chicken breasts and thighs. Rub half of lemon-peel mixture on meat under skin; rub remaining mixture all over skin.
Place chicken on hot grill rack. Cover grill and cook chicken 30 to 40 minutes or until juices run clear when thickest part of thigh is pierced with tip of knife, turning over once. Transfer chicken pieces to platter as they are done.
Meanwhile, place chopped onion in cup of ice water and soak 10 minutes; drain well. In medium bowl, combine onion, basil, tomato halves, lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and remaining 1 teaspoon lemon peel. Makes about 4 cups tomato salad.
Arrange each grilled chicken quarter on a dinner plate and top with grape tomato salad. Garnish each plate with a reserved lemon wedge.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grilled Chicken Quarters with Grape Tomato Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Grilled Chicken Quarters with Grape Tomato 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 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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