Dinner: Rosemary Lemon Chicken with Vegetables

A quick and easy meal that's healthy and delicious.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 30 mins

Total Time: 40 mins

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Lemon, Honey

Health and fertility benefits of Rosemary Lemon Chicken with Vegetables

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 Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. One tbsp of honey has a glycemic index (GI) of 55.

Ingredients

1 cup green beans
16 oz boneless skinless chicken breast
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp rosemary
1 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tsp grated lemon peel
1/2 lb red potatoes
4 oz baby carrots
2 tbsps honey

Instructions

1. In a medium pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil.

2. Add potatoes, carrots and green beans and cook for 5 minutes; drain and set aside.

3. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet. Cut chicken breasts in half. Cook chicken breasts over medium heat for 5 minutes each side, or until no longer pink in the center.

4. Add potatoes, carrots, green beans and all remaining ingredients to skillet, except 2 tablespoons lemon juice.

5. Cook over low heat for 5 minutes more or until chicken is fully cooked. Add remaining lemon juice to taste and serve.

6. Note: based on a recipe from Champions for Change.

Add a review for Rosemary Lemon Chicken with Vegetables