Lunch: Chicken Lettuce Cups Recipe

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Romaine Lettuce, Chicken Breast, Nuts

Health and fertility benefits of Chicken Lettuce Cups Recipe

Romaine lettuce contains chromium, which helps maintain normal blood glucose levels by making insulin more efficient. The chromium in romaine lettuce also promotes weight loss due to its ability to help control cravings, reduce hunger, and control fat in the blood. 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 Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

Ingredients

1 packet stir-fry seasoning powder
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound ground chicken breast
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup diced water chestnuts
2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1 head of romaine lettuce (inner leaves only), or 2 heads of butter lettuce and /or radicchio
For garnish: Mint, cilantro, bean sprouts, chopped peanuts

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine stir-fry seasoning, water, soy sauce, lime
juice and sugar. Set aside.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken meat and use a wooden spoon to break up the meat. Cook until browned, about 10
minutes. Add red bell pepper, water chestnuts, scallions and red
pepper flakes and cook 5 minutes. Stir in reserved stir-fry seasoning mixture. Cook until liquid evaporates, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Serve in lettuce cups garnished with mint, cilantro, bean sprouts and chopped peanuts.

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