PCOS Italian Recipes: Dinner - Chicken Parmesan with Zoodles - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 25 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Italian Recipes: Dinner - Chicken Parmesan with Zoodles is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 30g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

30g Protein

20g Carbs

15g Fat

Grocery list: Chicken breasts, almond flour, Parmesan cheese, eggs, olive oil, zucchinis, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese. This recipe features ingredients with a low Glycemic Index (GI), making it suitable for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup almond flour
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium zucchinis
1 cup marinara sauce
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a shallow bowl, mix almond flour, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
In another bowl, beat the eggs.
Dip each chicken breast in the egg mixture, then coat with the almond flour mixture.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Transfer chicken to a baking dish. Top each breast with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted.
While chicken is baking, spiralize the zucchinis to make zoodles.
Serve chicken over zoodles.

This PCOS-friendly Chicken Parmesan with Zoodles is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. The chicken provides high-quality protein, while the zoodles offer a low-carb alternative to pasta. The cheese is a good source of calcium, and the marinara sauce provides vitamin C. This meal is designed to keep you feeling full and satisfied, while also helping to manage your PCOS symptoms.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Italian Recipes: Dinner - Chicken Parmesan with Zoodles good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Italian Recipes: Dinner - Chicken Parmesan with Zoodles 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 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Italian Recipes: Dinner - Chicken Parmesan with Zoodles?

This recipe takes about 40 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 25 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 5g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

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