PCOS Italian Recipes: Lunch - Caprese Salad with Chicken - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 15 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Italian Recipes: Lunch - Caprese Salad with Chicken is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 30g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (2g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

30g Protein

20g Carbs

15g Fat

This recipe requires a short grocery list: chicken, basil, tomatoes, mozzarella, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. The Glycemic Index (GI) is low, making it suitable for PCOS.

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb or 450g)
2 cups of fresh basil leaves (about 50g)
2 large ripe tomatoes (about 1 lb or 450g)
8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese (225g)
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (30ml)
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (15ml), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill them over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side, until they're no longer pink in the middle. Let them rest for a few minutes, then slice them.
Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella cheese.
Arrange the chicken, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves on a plate. Drizzle with the olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Season with additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve immediately.

This Caprese Salad with Chicken is a great PCOS-friendly meal. It's high in protein, which can help regulate your blood sugar levels, and it's low in carbs, which can help manage PCOS symptoms. The fresh ingredients provide a variety of nutrients, including calcium, potassium, and vitamins A and C. The olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats, which can improve insulin resistance, a common issue in PCOS. This meal is also easy to prepare and personalize, giving you control over your diet and helping to reduce stress.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Basil.

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Italian Recipes: Lunch - Caprese Salad with Chicken good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Italian Recipes: Lunch - Caprese Salad with Chicken 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 2g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Italian Recipes: Lunch - Caprese Salad with Chicken?

This recipe takes about 25 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 15 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 2g 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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