Chicken Peek-a-Boos recipe for managing PCOS and pregnancy on Fertility Chef

Appetizer: Chicken Peek-a-Boos

Delicious chicken breasts, filled with cheeses and wrapped in lean ham.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 30 mins

Total Time: 40 mins

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Health and fertility benefits of Chicken Peek-a-Boos

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 Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup part skim ricotta cheese
1 oz fat free cream cheese
2 tsps leaves basil
1 dash pepper
1 tsp spicy brown or dijon mustard
1 dash salt
1 tbsp olive oil
2 bones and skin removed chicken breasts
8 slices extra lean ham

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375° F (190° C).

2. Combine cheeses, basil, and mustard in bowl. Mix until blended, then salt and pepper to taste.

3. Cut chicken breasts in half (like you would cut a loaf of bread). Using a meat mallet, tenderize and flatten chicken.

4. Place 2 slices ham on chicken, cover completely. Spread 1/4 of the cheese mixture on ham. Roll up chicken and ham. Use toothpicks to secure the chicken roll.

5. In a frying pan (preferably oven safe) drizzle olive oil. Turn heat to medium. Brown chicken rolls.

6. Pop pan in to oven for 18-25 minutes or until center of chicken has reached 180° F (80° C).

7. Let cool for 3-5 minutes so juices can be absorbed then enjoy.

8. Note: If you are like me and eat with your eyes first, you may sprinkle a bit or parmesan cheese and basil over the chicken before eating. Also for a variation you could add spinach or your favorite kinds of cheeses... make this recipe your own!