Chimichurri 'Cued Chicken - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Chimichurri 'Cued Chicken is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Cat Cora This is a great choice for a casual barbecue, because the make-ahead chimichurri sauce delivers big-time flavor with no last-minute stress. You can cook the chicken entirely on the grill, turning it frequently, or start it on the grill

Ingredients

3 whole chickens
1 1/2 tsp. Freshly cracked black pepper
3 tbsp. dried orange peel
1 1/2 tbsp. chili powder
1 tbsp. Sea salt

Instructions

Rub chicken pieces with pepper. In a small bowl or cup, stir together orange peel, chili powder, and salt. Rub mixture evenly over chicken pieces. Let chicken stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Prepare a hot fire in a charcoal grill, or preheat a gas grill to high.
To make chimichurri sauce: Combine garlic, bay leaves, chilies, and salt in a mortar and grind with a pestle until a smooth paste forms. (If you don't have a mortar and pestle, put ingredients in a blender along with 1 teaspoon or so vinegar, and process until a paste forms.) Transfer to a bowl and stir in parsley, oregano, and basil. Whisk in vinegar and olive oil until well combined. Set aside at room temperature until serving. This sauce is best if used the day it is made, but you can cover and refrigerate it, and it will retain its fresh flavor and bright green color for 2 or 3 days.
Oil grill rack. Place chicken, skin side down, on rack, and grill, turning pieces occasionally, for about 20 minutes, or until well browned on all sides and juices run clear when a thigh or drumstick is pierced. Arrange chicken on a platter and spoon chimichurri sauce on top.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chimichurri 'Cued Chicken good for PCOS?

Yes, this Chimichurri 'Cued 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 8 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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