Dinner: Stabilizing Greek Chicken Bowl

This Stabilizing Greek Chicken Bowl is a delicious, PCOS-friendly dinner option. The grocery list includes: chicken breasts, quinoa, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, olive oil, lemon, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Quinoa is a low-GI grain that helps maintain stable blood sugar levels.

This Stabilizing Greek Chicken Bowl is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. The high protein content from the chicken and quinoa helps to keep you full and satisfied, while the healthy fats from the olive oil and feta cheese support hormone balance. The low-GI quinoa helps to maintain stable blood sugar levels, which is crucial for managing PCOS. The variety of vegetables provides a range of antioxidants and fiber, promoting overall health and well-being.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 25 mins

Total Time: 35 mins

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Quinoa

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

1. Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear. 2. 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). 3. While quinoa is cooking, season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano. 4. 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). 5. Remove chicken from skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing. 6. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, sliced chicken, chopped cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese. 7. 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.

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