PCOS Metabolic Support: Tallow-Seared Chicken Thighs - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
450
Calories
40g
Protein
10g
Carbs
30g
Fat
Grocery list: Chicken thighs, tallow, salt, pepper, dried rosemary, dried thyme, garlic, lemon. Low GI ingredients: Chicken, tallow, garlic, lemon.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 tablespoons tallow, Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 lemon (juiced)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme.
- Heat the tallow in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear for about 5 minutes, until the skin is crispy.
- Flip the chicken thighs and add the minced garlic to the skillet.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is rich in protein and healthy fats, which can help balance hormones and support metabolic health. The low GI ingredients won't spike your blood sugar, and the tallow provides a source of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), which has been shown to promote weight loss in women with PCOS. The chicken provides a good source of B vitamins, important for energy production and mood regulation.
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