Lunch: Fettuccine with Chicken, Spinach, and Creamy Orange Sauce

Just one tablespoon of cream per person gives this fettuccine a luxurious taste and texture.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Spinach

Health benefits of Fettuccine with Chicken, Spinach, and Creamy Orange Sauce

Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.

Ingredients

2 tbsp. Cooking oil
4 boneless
1 1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper
10 oz. prewashed spinach
2 cloves garlic
1/2 lb. mushrooms
1/2 tsp. grated orange zest
1 tbsp. orange juice
1/4 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock
1/4 c. heavy cream
1/2 lb. fettuccine

Instructions

In a large nonstick frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderately high heat. Season the chicken with 1/4 teaspoon each of the salt and pepper. Sauté until just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the pan.
Remove any tough stems from the spinach. In the same pan used for the chicken, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil over moderate heat. Add the garlic and mushrooms and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the spinach, let it wilt, and stir in 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Simmer for 2 minutes. Add the zest, orange juice, and chicken broth. Simmer for 2 minutes and then add the cream, the chicken, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Remove from the heat.
In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the fettuccine until just done, about 12 minutes. Drain the pasta and toss with the chicken and sauce.
Wine Recommendation: A zippy white wine with good acidity will pair nicely with the spinach and orange flavors. Look for an Italian Arneis or a pinot grigio from the Collio region. Or, for something completely different, select a white Graves from France.

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