Dinner: Grilled Spinach Chicken
A quick gourmet chicken entree that's diet friendly.
This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:
Broccoli, Chicken Breast, Spinach
Health and fertility benefits of Grilled Spinach Chicken
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 Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility.
Ingredients
1 tsp fennel
1 cup sprigs dill
4 oz chicken breast
1 cup chopped broccoli
1/2 cup spinach
1 plum tomato
1 tbsp flaxseed oil
Instructions
1. Pre-cook chicken breasts on George Foreman or other grill.
2. Arrange a plate of raw spinach; add a few tablespoons of water to plate.
3. Slice chicken into strips, keeping its breast shape and arrange chicken on spinach.
4. Slice tomatoes and lay on top of chicken.
5. Sprinkle with fennel seed and/or dill.
6. Cover with paper towel and microwave for 1 - 1 1/2 minutes at 3/4 power.
7. Drizzle flaxseed oil over cooked entree.
8. Note: you can arrange vegetables like steamed broccoli, asparagus, brussels sprouts along the sides for presentation and taste!
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving | ||
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Calories 301 | ||
Fat 15.93 | ||
Carbohydrate 10.68 | ||
Protein 30.36 |