PCOS Brazilian Recipes: Lunch - Brazilian Chicken Salad with Whole Wheat Bread - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 20 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Brazilian Recipes: Lunch - Brazilian Chicken Salad with Whole Wheat Bread is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 28g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (6g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

28g Protein

30g Carbs

12g Fat

Grocery list: Chicken breasts, tomatoes, onions, green bell peppers, olive oil, lime, whole wheat bread, cilantro. This recipe uses low GI ingredients like chicken and whole wheat bread to help manage blood sugar levels.

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb or 450g)
1/2 cup of diced tomatoes (about 75g)
1/4 cup of diced onions (about 40g)
1/4 cup of diced green bell peppers (about 40g)
2 tablespoons of olive oil (30ml)
1 tablespoon of lime juice (15ml), Salt and pepper to taste
4 slices of whole wheat bread (about 120g)
1/4 cup of chopped cilantro (about 15g)

Instructions

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Cook the chicken breasts for about 7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
Let the chicken cool, then shred it using two forks.
In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced tomatoes, onions, and green bell peppers.
Drizzle the remaining olive oil and lime juice over the salad, then mix well.
Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the salad on slices of whole wheat bread, garnished with chopped cilantro.

This Brazilian Chicken Salad with Whole Wheat Bread is a nutritious, PCOS-friendly lunch option. It's high in protein and fiber, which can help manage blood sugar levels and promote satiety. The olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats, while the whole wheat bread is a good source of complex carbohydrates with a low glycemic index. The variety of vegetables adds vitamins and minerals essential for overall health and PCOS management. Enjoy this easy-to-make, delicious meal and feel empowered knowing you're taking control of your health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Brazilian Recipes: Lunch - Brazilian Chicken Salad with Whole Wheat Bread good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Brazilian Recipes: Lunch - Brazilian Chicken Salad with Whole Wheat Bread recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 28g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 6g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Brazilian Recipes: Lunch - Brazilian Chicken Salad with Whole Wheat Bread?

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, 28g protein (32%), 30g carbs, 12g fat. Plus 6g 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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