Chicken Salad with Orange-Pistachio Vinaigrette - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Chicken Salad with Orange-Pistachio Vinaigrette is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Ivy Manning If you can't find precooked quinoa and brown rice together, substitute a package of precooked brown rice.

Ingredients

1 (8.5-ounce) package precooked quinoa and brown rice (such as Seeds of Change)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
3/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups shredded skinless, boneless rotisserie chicken breast (about 10 ounces)
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped unsalted, dry-roasted pistachios
4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into bite-sized pieces
2 medium heirloom tomatoes, each cut into 6 wedges

Instructions

Heat grains according to package directions; set aside.
Combine oil and next 4 ingredients (through pepper) in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add chicken, basil, pistachios, and cheese; toss to coat. Place about 3/4 cup chicken mixture, 1/2 cup quinoa mixture, and 3 tomato wedges on each of 4 plates.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Chicken Breast, Brown Rice, Basil.

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 Chicken Salad with Orange-Pistachio Vinaigrette good for PCOS?

Yes, this Chicken Salad with Orange-Pistachio Vinaigrette 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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