Sizzlin' Chicken Stir Fry - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Sizzlin' Chicken Stir Fry is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons canola oil, plus more if necessary
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- One 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets, blanched
- 1 medium yellow onion, cut into large dice
- 1 cup snow peas, trimmed
- 1 cup bean sprouts
Instructions
- Thinly slice the chicken breasts, and lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, cornstarch and 1/4 cup water. Heat the canola oil over high heat in a wok. Add the chicken in one layer and cook until browned on one side, about 2 minutes. Stir to flip; cook on the reverse side until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken to a plate. To the wok, add the red pepper flakes, ginger, garlic, broccoli, onions, snow peas and bean sprouts; add a splash of water if the pan is dry. Stir fry for a minute or two, then add the reserved chicken and any juices it may have released. Add the soy sauce mixture to the wok, stir to combine, and cook until the sauce reaches the consistency of a glaze, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately, by itself or with rice.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Chicken Breast.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Sizzlin' Chicken Stir Fry recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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