PCOS Mexican Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Mexican Chicken Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 20 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Mexican Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Mexican Chicken Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 30g protein, and 10g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

30g Protein

10g Carbs

20g Fat

This PCOS-friendly recipe includes a grocery list of chicken, salsa, guacamole, lettuce, black olives, diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, bell peppers, olive oil, salt, and pepper. The Glycemic Index (GI) for these ingredients is low, which is beneficial for managing PCOS.

Ingredients

1 lb (450g) chicken breast
1 cup (240ml) salsa
1/2 cup (120ml) guacamole
2 cups (480ml) lettuce
1/2 cup (120ml) black olives
1/2 cup (120ml) diced tomatoes
1/4 cup (60ml) chopped onions
1/4 cup (60ml) chopped cilantro
1/2 cup (120ml) chopped bell peppers
1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a pan and cook the chicken until done.
Let the chicken cool and then shred it.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, salsa, guacamole, lettuce, black olives, diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and bell peppers.
Toss everything together until well mixed.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.

This Mexican Chicken Salad is a PCOS-friendly meal that's quick and easy to prepare. It's packed with protein from the chicken and healthy fats from the guacamole and olive oil. The low GI ingredients help to manage blood sugar levels, which is important for PCOS. The variety of vegetables provide a range of nutrients that are beneficial for PCOS, including fiber, vitamins, and minerals. This meal is designed to empower you with the knowledge and control to manage your PCOS through diet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Mexican Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Mexican Chicken Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Mexican Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Mexican 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 7g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

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

This recipe takes about 35 minutes total. Prep time is 15 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%), 10g carbs, 20g 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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