Crispy Ham and Cheese Chicken with Sweet Peas and Rice - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Crispy Ham and Cheese Chicken with Sweet Peas and Rice is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen Comforting chicken and rice is even more delicious when salty, savory ham and gooey cheese are added to the mix.

Ingredients

1 tbsp. whole-grain mustard
Black pepper
2 oz. Gruyère
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
8 large thin slices deli ham
1 tbsp. olive oil
2 c. instant rice
1 c. frozen peas
1/4 c. Chopped chives

Instructions

Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick foil. In a small bowl, combine the mustard and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; stir in the cheese.
Pound the thickest part of the chicken so it is 1/2-inch thick.
Lay 2 ham slices horizontally and slightly overlapping on your work surface. Spoon 1/4 of the cheese mixture onto the middle and top with a chicken breast (top-side down). Wrap the ham slices around the chicken. Repeat with the remaining pieces of chicken.
Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken (seam-side down first) until golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken, seam-side down, to the prepared baking sheet and roast until the chicken is cooked through, 5 to 8 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare the rice according to package directions. Fold in the peas, then the chives. Serve with the chicken.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Chicken Breast.

Skinless chicken breast, often heralded for its lean nutritional profile, is undeniably a powerhouse when it comes to protein content. With an impressive 21 grams of protein packed into every 100 grams of the breast, it emerges as a preferred choice for those conscious about their protein intake. Delving deeper into the nutritional matrix of chicken, one can't overlook the copious amounts of vitamin B6 it houses. This particular vitamin plays an indispensable role in our body, especially when di...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crispy Ham and Cheese Chicken with Sweet Peas and Rice good for PCOS?

Yes, this Crispy Ham and Cheese Chicken with Sweet Peas and Rice 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 4 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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