Grilled Tandoori-Style Chicken Drumsticks - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Grilled Tandoori-Style Chicken Drumsticks is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Skinless chicken legs have only slightly more fat than breasts and are much tastier, especially when marinated in spicy yogurt, as they are here. Chaat masala — a spice blend with an intriguing tang from green mango powder — makes this northern-Indian dis

Ingredients

1 c. plain nonfat yogurt
1 2-inch piece of ginger
2 large garlic cloves
2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp. mustard seeds
1 1/2 tsp. garam masala (see Tips & Techniques)
1 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp. Kashmiri chile powder or cayenne pepper
8 skinless chicken drumsticks
1/2 tsp. chaat masala (see Tips & Techniques)

Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt with the ginger, garlic, lemon juice, mustard seeds, garam masala, kosher salt, and chile powder. Using a small, sharp knife, make shallow 1-inch slashes in the chicken. Add the chicken to the marinade and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours.
Light a grill, heat a grill pan, or preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Remove the chicken legs from the marinade, wiping off all but a thin layer. Grill the chicken legs over moderate heat, turning occasionally until browned and cooked through, 30 minutes. Alternatively, roast the chicken legs on an oiled baking sheet for 20 minutes, turning once halfway through. Transfer the chicken legs to plates, sprinkle with the chaat masala, and serve.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grilled Tandoori-Style Chicken Drumsticks good for PCOS?

Yes, this Grilled Tandoori-Style Chicken Drumsticks 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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