PCOS-Friendly Chicken & Cauliflower Bake
A low-glycemic, anti-inflammatory dinner designed with PCOS management in mind — chicken thighs and cauliflower roasted with turmeric and served with a cooling tzatziki.
INVENTORY LIST
MEAL PREP LOGISTICS
- Storage: Refrigerate chicken and cauliflower for up to 4 days. Store tzatziki separately for up to 5 days.
- Batching: Turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory spice that may help manage PCOS symptoms — the black pepper in seasoning enhances its absorption.
- Reheat: Reheat in the oven at 375°F for 10 minutes, or microwave for 2 minutes. Serve with cold tzatziki.
EXECUTION STEPS
THE MACRO PREP
Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking dish with parchment paper.
THE MACRO PREP
Toss cauliflower florets and chicken thighs with olive oil, turmeric, cumin, garlic powder, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
VEGGIE STEAM-SAUTÉ
Arrange in a single layer in the baking dish. The chicken and cauliflower should not be crowded.
HIGH HEAT SEAR
Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and cauliflower edges are golden and caramelized.
STEP 5
While baking, make tzatziki: combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, minced garlic, dill, and a pinch of salt.
STEP 6
Serve the chicken and cauliflower with a generous dollop of tzatziki on the side.
PRIMARY CATEGORY
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servings
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 English cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste