Sweet Pepper and Chicken Fajita Stir-Fry - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Sweet Pepper and Chicken Fajita Stir-Fry is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Laraine Perri This delicious fajita stir-fry is best served with warm tortillas. Top with guacamole and sour cream for a delicious and easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon plus 5 tsp. olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp.)
2 teaspoons packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
1 large red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1 large yellow bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1 large red onion, halved and thinly sliced
Kosher salt
Tortillas, optional

Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine lime juice, cilantro, 1 Tbsp. oil, soy sauce, 1 tsp. garlic, brown sugar, cumin and chili powder. Add chicken; stir well. Let stand for 15 minutes.
In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 1/2 tsp. oil over medium-high heat until very hot; swirl to coat skillet. Spread half of chicken in a single layer, reserving marinade. Cook, undisturbed, for 2 minutes, then stir-fry for 1 minute. Transfer to a plate. Add another 1 1/2 tsp. oil; repeat with remaining chicken.
Add remaining 2 tsp. oil, peppers and onion to skillet. Stir-fry until vegetables are slightly charred and crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Add remaining 1 Tbsp. garlic; stir-fry for 30 seconds. Season with salt.
Pour reserved marinade into skillet; let boil for 30 seconds. Return chicken and any juices that have collected to skillet; toss until heated through. Serve with warm tortillas, if desired.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sweet Pepper and Chicken Fajita Stir-Fry good for PCOS?

Yes, this Sweet Pepper and Chicken Fajita Stir-Fry 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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