Mushroom Chowder - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp flour
- 2 tbsps water
- 1 cup light cream
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsps salt
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 16 oz sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1 cup diced red potatoes
Instructions
- In large saucepan, melt butter.
- Add onions, and saute until golden. Add mushrooms, vegetables, salt and pepper.
- Cover and simmer 15 - 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- Combine flour and water; slowly stir into vegetables.
- Add chicken stock, simmer 10 minutes.
- Just before serving, stir in cream (Do not let boil).
- Sprinkle with parmesan.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Mushroom Chowder contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Mushroom: Vitamin D deficiency is common in PCOS and supplementation may improve symptoms
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
- Carrot: Provide antioxidants that support overall metabolic health
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Mushroom Chowder can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Carrot.
Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants. Beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A, is essential for maintaining healthy skin and vision. The high fiber content in carrots helps regulate blood sugar levels and supports digestive health. Additionally, the antioxidants in carrots can help reduce inflammation, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms.
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