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

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 15 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Italian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Italian Chicken Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 30g protein, and 15g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

30g Protein

15g Carbs

20g Fat

Grocery list: Chicken breasts, mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper. Low GI ingredients: Chicken, salad greens, olives, cucumber.

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
2 cups mixed salad greens
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
1/2 cup olives
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Grill chicken until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
Let chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice into thin strips.
In a large bowl, combine salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and red onion.
Top salad with sliced chicken.
Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Toss to combine and serve immediately.

This Italian Chicken Salad is a perfect PCOS-friendly lunch. It's packed with lean protein from the chicken and healthy fats from the olives and olive oil. The salad greens, cucumber, and tomatoes provide a variety of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C and potassium. The low GI ingredients help to regulate blood sugar levels, which is important for managing PCOS. This recipe is also part of the Mediterranean diet, which is known for its health benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes, this PCOS Italian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Italian 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 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

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

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%), 15g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 3g 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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