PCOS Italian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Chicken and Artichoke Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 20 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Italian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Chicken and Artichoke Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 30g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

30g Protein

20g Carbs

15g Fat

This recipe includes a grocery list of chicken breasts, artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes, olives, extra virgin olive oil, and lemon juice. The Glycemic Index (GI) for these ingredients is low, making it a great choice for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts
1 can of artichoke hearts
1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup of olives
1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons of lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Grill the chicken breasts until fully cooked.
Drain the artichoke hearts and cut them into quarters.
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
Mix the artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes, and olives in a bowl.
In a separate bowl, mix the olive oil and lemon juice to make the dressing.
Cut the grilled chicken into slices and add it to the salad.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.

This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with protein from the chicken and healthy fats from the olive oil. The artichokes are a great source of fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. The low GI of the ingredients makes this a great choice for those with PCOS. The recipe is also quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a fast and healthy lunch.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Italian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Chicken and Artichoke Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Italian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Chicken and Artichoke 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 7g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Italian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Chicken and Artichoke Salad?

This recipe takes about 30 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 20 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 7g 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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