PCOS Zinc Booster - Pumpkin Seed and Chickpea Crusted Chicken Tenders - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts (500g)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds (60g)
- 1/2 cup chickpea flour (60g)
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp paprika, salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F (200C).
- Blend pumpkin seeds in a food processor until finely ground.
- Mix ground pumpkin seeds, chickpea flour, paprika, salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Beat the egg in a separate bowl.
- Dip each chicken breast in the egg, then coat in the pumpkin seed mixture.
- Place on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Pumpkin Seeds.
Pumpkin seeds are a powerhouse of nutrients beneficial for managing PCOS. They are rich in magnesium, which helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The high zinc content in pumpkin seeds supports hormone balance and boosts the immune system. Additionally, they provide a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for reducing inflammation and promoting heart health. Pumpkin seeds also contain iron, which is crucial for preventing anemia, a common issue among women...
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