Stabilizing Greek Chicken Bowl - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb/450g)
- 1 cup of quinoa (170g)
- 2 cups of water (480ml)
- 1 cup of chopped cucumber (150g)
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes (150g)
- 1/2 cup of feta cheese (75g)
- 1/4 cup of olive oil (60ml), Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tsp of dried oregano, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, bring quinoa and water to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook until all water is absorbed (about 15 minutes).
- While quinoa is cooking, season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink in the center (about 7 minutes per side).
- Remove chicken from skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, sliced chicken, chopped cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together remaining olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Pour over chicken and quinoa mixture and toss to combine. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Quinoa.
Quinoa is a highly nutritious grain that is particularly beneficial for individuals with PCOS. This gluten-free grain is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids that the body cannot produce on its own. This makes quinoa an excellent choice for those looking to maintain muscle mass and support overall body functions. But what makes quinoa stand out for PCOS management? One of the key benefits of quinoa is its high magnesium content. Magnesium plays a vital role in regulating...
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