PCOS Indian Recipes: Lunch - Chicken Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 30 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Indian Recipes: Lunch - Chicken Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 30g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

30g Protein

20g Carbs

15g Fat

This recipe includes a grocery list of chicken breasts, olive oil, turmeric, cumin, coriander, mixed salad greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and vinaigrette dressing. The GI for these ingredients is low, making it suitable for PCOS.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts (500g)
1 tbsp olive oil (15ml)
1/2 tsp turmeric (2.5g)
1/2 tsp cumin (2.5g)
1/2 tsp coriander (2.5g)
1 cup mixed salad greens (150g)
1/2 cucumber (150g)
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (75g)
1/4 cup feta cheese (30g)
2 tbsp vinaigrette dressing (30ml)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, turmeric, cumin, and coriander.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
While chicken is cooking, prepare salad with greens, cucumber, tomatoes, and feta.
Slice cooked chicken and add to salad.
Drizzle with vinaigrette and serve.

This PCOS-friendly chicken salad is packed with protein and low-GI ingredients, helping to regulate blood sugar levels. The spices used, such as turmeric and cumin, have anti-inflammatory properties, which can help manage PCOS symptoms. The salad also provides a variety of nutrients important for PCOS, including calcium, iron, and vitamins A and C.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Indian Recipes: Lunch - Chicken Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Indian Recipes: Lunch - Chicken Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 30g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Indian Recipes: Lunch - Chicken Salad?

This recipe takes about 40 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 350 calories, 30g protein (34%), 20g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 3g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. At 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for 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 2 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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