PCOS Dinner Skillet - One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken and Vegetables - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 20 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Dinner Skillet - One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken and Vegetables is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 30g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories

30g Protein

30g Carbs

20g Fat

This PCOS-friendly dinner skillet is a simple, one-pan meal that's full of flavor and nutrition. The grocery list includes: chicken breasts, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, zucchini, Kalamata olives, olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, lemon, and feta cheese. The main ingredients have a low to medium Glycemic Index (GI), making this recipe suitable for managing PCOS symptoms.

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb/450g)
1 cup of cherry tomatoes (150g)
1 bell pepper (150g)
1 zucchini (200g)
1/2 cup of Kalamata olives (60g)
2 tbsp of olive oil (30ml)
1 tsp of dried oregano (1g)
1/2 tsp of garlic powder (1g), Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 lemon, juiced (30ml)
1/4 cup of feta cheese (30g)

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic powder.
Cook the chicken in the skillet for 5-7 minutes on each side, until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, zucchini, and olives. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet. Squeeze the lemon juice over the top.
Sprinkle the feta cheese over the skillet just before serving.

This PCOS Dinner Skillet is a fast, easy, and personalized meal that offers emotional benefits such as empowerment, relief, support, optimism, and control. The lean protein from the chicken, healthy fats from the olive oil and feta, and fiber from the vegetables make this a balanced meal that can help manage PCOS symptoms. The low to medium GI of the ingredients can help regulate blood sugar levels, which is important for PCOS. The recipe also includes key nutrients such as calcium, iron, potassium, and vitamins A and C, which are beneficial for overall health and well-being.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Dinner Skillet - One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken and Vegetables good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Dinner Skillet - One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken and Vegetables recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 30g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Dinner Skillet - One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken and Vegetables?

This recipe takes about 30 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 20 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, 30g protein (27%), 30g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 5g 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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