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PCOS Lebanese Paleo Recipes: Dinner - Paleo Lebanese Chicken - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Lebanese Paleo Recipes: Dinner - Paleo Lebanese Chicken
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Lebanese Paleo Recipes: Dinner - Paleo Lebanese Chicken is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 40g protein, and 15g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories
40g Protein
15g Carbs
20g Fat
This recipe includes a grocery list of: chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, pepper, cauliflower rice, fresh parsley, and a lemon. The Glycemic Index (GI) for cauliflower rice is low, making it a great choice for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cauliflower rice
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the chicken in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through.
  4. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the cauliflower rice according to package instructions.
  5. Once the chicken is done, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  6. Serve the chicken over the cauliflower rice, garnished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with lean protein from the chicken and healthy fats from the olive oil. The cauliflower rice is a low GI alternative to regular rice, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. The spices not only add flavor but also have anti-inflammatory properties. This meal is quick and easy to prepare, giving you more control over your diet and health. Regular updates and variety in your meal plan can help keep you motivated and optimistic about managing your PCOS through diet.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Lebanese Paleo Recipes: Dinner - Paleo Lebanese Chicken recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 40g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 40 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 450 calories, 40g protein (36%), 15g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 3g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 450 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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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