Lunch: Baked Chicken with Artichoke Topping

Chicken is a lean protein source and should make up a quarter of your plate. People complain of getting bored with chicken, but try this recipe for chicken that's bursting with flavor.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Lemon

Health and fertility benefits of Baked Chicken with Artichoke Topping

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

cooking spray
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
4 (4 oz) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (15 oz) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1/3 cup reduced-sodium, fat-free chicken broth
3 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
Place the chicken breasts in a plastic freezer bag or between plastic wrap. Use a mallet or rolling pin and pound the chicken breasts until it is 1/2 inch thick.
Squeeze the lemon juice over the chicken breasts and season with the garlic powder and black pepper. Bake the chicken 25 minutes.
While the chicken is baking; warm the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the artichoke hearts and cook about 3 minutes. Add the chicken broth and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the parmesan cheese.
Remove the chicken from the oven. Spread the artichoke mixture evenly over the chicken breasts. Bake for 10 more minutes or until the chicken is done.
MAKE IT GLUTEN-FREE: Use gluten-free chicken broth and confirm all other ingredients gluten-free and this dish can be gluten-free.

Choices/Exchanges: 2 Nonstarchy Vegetable, 4 Lean Protein

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