Lunch: Garlic-Grilled Chicken with Pesto Zucchini Ribbons Recipe

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Lemon

Health and fertility benefits of Garlic-Grilled Chicken with Pesto Zucchini Ribbons Recipe

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.

Ingredients

2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix the first five ingredients. Add chicken; turn to coat. Let stand 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, for noodles, trim ends of zucchini. Using a cheese slicer or vegetable peeler, cut zucchini lengthwise into long thin slices. Cut zucchini on all sides, as if peeling a carrot, until the seeds become visible. Discard seeded portion or save for another use.
Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165 °. Remove from grill; keep warm.
In a large nonstick skillet, heat tomatoes and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, salt, pepper flakes and pepper; cook and stir 30 seconds. Add zucchini; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove from heat. Stir in pesto.
Cut chicken into slices. Serve with zucchini noodles. Top with mozzarella.

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