PCOS Weight Management Bowl - Chicken and Quinoa Power Bowl with Tahini Dressing - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 30 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Weight Management Bowl - Chicken and Quinoa Power Bowl with Tahini Dressing is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 35g protein, and 40g carbs per serving. Ready in 45 minutes. High in fiber (7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories

35g Protein

40g Carbs

15g Fat

Grocery list: chicken breast, quinoa, mixed vegetables, tahini, olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper. GI: quinoa (53), mixed vegetables (low), tahini (low).

Ingredients

1 chicken breast (200g)
1 cup quinoa (185g)
2 cups mixed vegetables (200g)
2 tablespoons tahini (30g)
1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
1 lemon, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper and grill until fully cooked.
Steam the mixed vegetables.
Mix tahini, olive oil, and lemon juice to make the dressing.
Combine quinoa, chicken, and vegetables in a bowl. Drizzle with tahini dressing.

This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with protein from chicken and quinoa, which helps in weight management. The mixed vegetables provide fiber and essential vitamins. The tahini dressing adds a tangy flavor and healthy fats. Quinoa has a low GI, making it a good choice for PCOS. The recipe is easy to prepare, providing a sense of control and empowerment. Regular updates with similar healthy recipes will provide variety and support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Weight Management Bowl - Chicken and Quinoa Power Bowl with Tahini Dressing good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Weight Management Bowl - Chicken and Quinoa Power Bowl with Tahini Dressing recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 35g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 7g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Weight Management Bowl - Chicken and Quinoa Power Bowl with Tahini Dressing?

This recipe takes about 45 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 450 calories, 35g protein (31%), 40g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 7g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

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.

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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