Southwest Chicken Tortillas - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Southwest Chicken Tortillas is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

For toasted tortillas, first dip them in cold water. Heat in a nonstick skillet over high heat. After about 30 seconds, flip. Remove from skillet and cover with a towl to steam for 5 minutes. The ideal tortilla should be soft, supple and moist with a hint

Ingredients

1 (8.5-oz.) pouch microwaveable basmati rice
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce, seeded
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon canned adobo sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon table salt
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 (15-oz.) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup chopped scallions
6 to 12 corn tortillas, grilled or warmed
3/4 cup salsa
3 ounces shredded Mexican 4-cheese blend (3/4 cup)

Instructions

Microwave rice according to package directions. Transfer to a large bowl, and fluff with a fork. Set aside.
Process mayonnaise, buttermilk, cilantro, chipotle chile, lime juice, sugar, adobo sauce, cumin, and salt in a blender or food processor until smooth.
Gently stir chicken, beans, scallions, and 3/4 cup mayonnaise mixture into rice. Spoon about 1/2 cup chicken mixture into each tortilla. Top each with 1 tablespoon salsa and 1 tablespoon cheese. Serve with additional mayonnaise mixture.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Southwest Chicken Tortillas good for PCOS?

Yes, this Southwest Chicken Tortillas 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 6 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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