PCOS Hormone Support: Tallow-Roasted Zinc-Rich Proteins - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 30 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Hormone Support: Tallow-Roasted Zinc-Rich Proteins is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 40g protein, and 10g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (2g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories

40g Protein

10g Carbs

30g Fat

Grocery list: chicken breasts, beef tallow, spinach, pumpkin seeds, salt, pepper. This meal has a low GI, with the pumpkin seeds (GI 10) providing a good source of slow-release energy.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts (500g)
2 tbsp beef tallow (30g)
1 cup spinach (30g)
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds (65g), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Rub the chicken breasts with the beef tallow, then season with salt and pepper.
Place the chicken in a roasting pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through.
While the chicken is cooking, toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden.
Serve the chicken on a bed of spinach, sprinkled with the toasted pumpkin seeds.

This PCOS-friendly recipe is designed to support hormone balance with its high protein content and rich source of zinc from the pumpkin seeds. Zinc is essential for the production and regulation of insulin, a key hormone that is often imbalanced in PCOS. The meal is also high in healthy fats from the beef tallow and pumpkin seeds, which can help to regulate blood sugar levels and support overall hormone health. The spinach provides a good source of iron and calcium, important nutrients for overall health and well-being.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Hormone Support: Tallow-Roasted Zinc-Rich Proteins good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Hormone Support: Tallow-Roasted Zinc-Rich Proteins recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 40g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 2g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Hormone Support: Tallow-Roasted Zinc-Rich Proteins?

This recipe takes about 40 minutes total. Prep time is 10 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, 40g protein (36%), 10g carbs, 30g fat. Plus 2g 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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