PCOS Greek Paleo Recipes: Dinner - Paleo Greek Chicken - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
350
Calories
30g
Protein
20g
Carbs
15g
Fat
This recipe includes a grocery list of chicken breasts, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, lemon, garlic, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and fresh parsley. The Glycemic Index (GI) for these ingredients is low, making this a great meal for those with PCOS.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (500g)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (5g)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (2.5g)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (1.25g)
- 1/2 lemon, juiced (30ml)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (3g)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (150g)
- 1/2 cucumber, diced (150g)
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced (70g)
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives (30g)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (15g)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, oregano, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and garlic.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the salad by combining the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, and parsley.
- Serve the chicken with the salad on the side.
This Paleo Greek Chicken recipe is a perfect dinner option for those with PCOS. It's high in protein and low in carbs, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. The olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats, while the vegetables offer a variety of vitamins and minerals. This meal is not only delicious but also empowers you to take control of your health and feel optimistic about your food choices.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.
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