Slow-Cooker Bacon Corn Chowder

This Slow-Cooker Bacon Corn Chowder is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Hearty and creamy, this classic corn and potato soup gets extra oomph from our favorite ingredient -- bacon. It only takes a few minutes to pull together, and then the slow cooker will do all the work.

Ingredients

Servings 8

1 lb small red potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 bags (12 oz each) frozen whole kernel corn
3 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
2 cups half-and-half
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 lb bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled

Instructions

In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix potatoes, onion, corn, broth, salt and pepper.
Cover; cook on High heat setting 3 to 4 hours or until potatoes are tender.
In small bowl, beat half-and-half and cornstarch with whisk until smooth. Stir half-and-half mixture and bacon into corn mixture. Cover; cook 10 to 15 minutes longer or until slightly thickened.

Why this Slow-Cooker Bacon Corn Chowder works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Slow-Cooker Bacon Corn Chowder that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Slow-Cooker Bacon Corn Chowder good for PCOS?

Yes, this Slow-Cooker Bacon Corn Chowder recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 8 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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