Lunch: Chicken Cutlets with Sesame Broccoli Slaw Recipe | Myrecipes

Recipe by Laura Zapalowski Toasted sesame oil and seeds release a huge depth of nutty flavor into this easy entrée.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli, Chicken Breast, Sesame Seeds

Health and fertility benefits of Chicken Cutlets with Sesame Broccoli Slaw Recipe | Myrecipes

Broccoli is one of the non-starchy vegetables that has a very low glycemic index (GI), which is beneficial for reducing blood sugar levels. Broccoli is also a source of DIM (Diindolymethane). Diindolymethane is very effective in reducing the testosterone levels in the body, an action that would automatically curb male dominant features and regulate the estrogen levels in the system. Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen Sesame seeds help with progesterone balance. Lignans found in in sesame seeds help to prevent excess estrogen production.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
3 medium garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 (4-ounce) chicken breast cutlets
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces presliced cremini mushrooms
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
1 cup matchstick-cut carrots
1 (12-ounce) bag broccoli slaw mix
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

Combine first 7 ingredients in a bowl, stirring with a whisk.
Heat a large skillet over high heat; add oil. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken to pan; cook 3 minutes, turning once. Remove from pan. Add mushrooms and bell pepper to pan; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add carrots and slaw to pan; stir-fry 90 seconds. Add soy sauce mixture; toss to coat. Remove from heat. Divide slaw among 4 plates; top each serving with 1 chicken cutlet. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and onions.

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