Dinner: Chicken Pesto Roulade

Cook Time: 7 mins

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Lemon

Health and fertility benefits of Chicken Pesto Roulade

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

4 Chicken Breasts
150g Halloumi Cheese
1/4 Cup Pesto
1 Tbsp. Olive Oil
1 Lemon’s Zest
1 tsp. Garlic
1 tsp. Salt
1 tsp. Pepper
2 Tbsp. Olive Oil (For Frying)

Instructions

1. Pat your chicken breasts dry of any moisture using some paper towels.
2. Pound the chicken breasts out to 1/8″ thickness using a metal meat hammer (flat side).
3. In a bowl, combine 1/4 Cup Pesto (I am using Classico Brand) and 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil.
4. Spread your pesto out on the chicken breasts and zest 1 lemon over the chicken.
5. Chop your Halloumi cheese into small pieces and spread it out into the chicken.
6. Roll your chicken up end to end as best as you can.
7. Tie the chicken together using either butchers string, or securing it with toothpicks.
8. Preheat your oven to 450F, and then bring 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil to its smoke point in a cast iron skillet.
9. Add your chicken to the pan and cook it on all sides, making sure you get a nice sear on the whole outside of the chicken.
10. Put the cast iron in your oven for 6-7 minutes to allow the chicken to cook through.
11. Once the chicken’s juices run clear, remove from the oven, let rest for 5-6 minutes, and serve.

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