Tex-Mex Chicken Tacos with Chili Onion Rings - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Dinner

This Tex-Mex Chicken Tacos with Chili Onion Rings is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Barbara Chernetz Just a few minutes of marinating and this fiery chicken is ready for the grill. We also breathe new life into store-bought French-fried onion rings by dusting them with chili powder and using them as a garnish for these Mexican

Ingredients

1 1/4 lb. skinless, boneless chicken breast
1/4 c. garlic-lime marinade
3/4 tsp. ancho chili powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper
1 can Mexicorn
1/4 c. fire-roasted salsa verde
1/4 c. diced red onion
2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
1 tbsp. fresh lime juice
1/2 c. french-fried onion rings
8 yellow- and blue-corn taco shells
Shredded romaine lettuce

Instructions

In a medium bowl, toss chicken with marinade, 1/2 teaspoon of the chili powder, salt, and pepper.
In a medium bowl, mix mexicorn, salsa verde, onion, cilantro, and lime juice, tossing to combine.
Prepare an outdoor grill or heat a stovetop grill pan over medium heat. Cook chicken 3 to 4 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove from grill.
Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, toss onion rings with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; heat, stirring, until warm, about 3 minutes.
Cut chicken into 1/2-inch pieces. Fill each taco shell with chicken, dividing evenly. Top each with 2 tablespoons of the corn mixture and 2 tablespoons of the onion ring mixture. Garnish with lettuce.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Romaine lettuce contains chromium, which helps maintain normal blood glucose levels by making insulin more efficient. The chromium in romaine lettuce also promotes weight loss due to its ability to help control cravings, reduce hunger, and control fat in the blood. 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 p...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tex-Mex Chicken Tacos with Chili Onion Rings good for PCOS?

Yes, this Tex-Mex Chicken Tacos with Chili Onion Rings recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. 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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