Creamy Pesto Spaghetti - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Creamy Pesto Spaghetti is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Lindsay Funston Who knew a splash of heavy cream turned pesto into ~*magic*~?

Ingredients

1/3 c. pine nuts
3 c. fresh basil leaves
1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil plus 2 tsp.
2 cloves Garlic, Chopped
1/4 c. grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
1 lb. spaghetti
2/3 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 c. halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 c. heavy cream

Instructions

Make pesto: In a dry skillet toast pine nuts over low heat until golden, about 3 minutes.
In a blender, combine basil and 1/4 cup olive oil. Blend until combined, then add most of the toasted pine nuts (reserving some for garnish), half the garlic, Parmesan, and salt.
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water, and return to pot.
To skillet add remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil. Add remaining garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute, then add chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes.
Add pesto to skillet and stir until chicken is coated, then add tomatoes and heavy cream. Add spaghetti and toss until completely coated and creamy. Stir in reserved pasta water.
Serve pasta garnished with Parm and remaining toasted pine nuts.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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 Creamy Pesto Spaghetti good for PCOS?

Yes, this Creamy Pesto Spaghetti 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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