RECIPE: Liver-Supporting Lemon Garlic Chicken with Steamed Greens

A simple, phase-friendly dinner that your hormones and liver will love

Look, I love a complicated Pinterest dinner as much as the next wellness witch—but sometimes, your body is just screaming for simplicity. And when you’re supporting your liver (which spoiler alert is working overtime to process your hormones, toxins, stress, and that wine you “earned” on Friday), a clean, low-fuss, nutrient-packed meal is the way to go.

This Liver-Supporting Lemon Garlic Chicken with Steamed Greens is your go-to when you want to eat something that feels nourishing, clean, and calming without sacrificing flavor—or spending an hour in the kitchen.

Why This Recipe Supports Liver Detox

Your liver is your hormonal MVP. It processes excess estrogen, clears toxins, and supports digestion, skin, and even your mood. Show it some love with:

• Lean protein for amino acids that help the liver’s detox pathways

• Cruciferous veggies (think broccoli, kale, bok choy) that are rich in sulfur compounds to enhance estrogen clearance

• Lemon and garlic—two classic liver-supporting ingredients that also make your food taste amazing

  
  

Bonus: This dish is super luteal- and menstrual-phase friendly. Your body needs warmth, comfort, and support during those slower, lower-energy days.

Star Ingredients & Hormonal Benefits

🍋 Lemon – Stimulates bile production (translation: helps your body digest fats and flush out toxins)

🧄 Garlic – Antimicrobial, liver-loving, and rich in sulfur to help Phase 2 detox pathways do their thing

🥬 Steamed Greens – Loaded with fiber, folate, and antioxidants to support your gut and hormone balance

🍗 Chicken Breast or Thighs – Full of clean protein to support progesterone production and stabilize blood sugar

🌿 Olive Oil – Anti-inflammatory and packed with healthy fats that help keep hormones happy

Liver-Supporting Lemon Garlic Chicken with Steamed Greens

Serves: 2

Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

For the chicken:

• 2 chicken breasts or thighs (boneless & skinless)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Optional: sprinkle of dried oregano or rosemary

For the greens:

• 2 cups mixed greens (e.g., broccoli, kale, baby spinach, zucchini)

• Juice of ½ lemon

• Drizzle of olive oil

• Pinch of sea salt

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, toss chicken with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and herbs. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes (or skip if rushed).

2. Heat a pan over medium heat and cook chicken until golden and cooked through—about 5–7 minutes per side.

3. Steam greens until bright and just tender (about 3–5 minutes). Toss with lemon juice, olive oil, and sea salt.

4. Plate it up and enjoy with deep breaths and a smug smile. You just nourished your liver and your hormones.

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3 Pro Tips:

1. Add a starch like quinoa or sweet potato if you need something more grounding, especially in the luteal or menstrual phases.

2. Make it vegan with lemon garlic tofu or chickpeas sautéed in the same seasoning mix.

3. Double the recipe and pack leftovers for tomorrow—your future self will love you.

Sometimes the most healing meals are the simplest. Let your food be medicine, but make it delicious.