Chicken Pot Pockets - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Chicken Pot Pockets is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 129 calories, 5.35g protein, and 24.54g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (1.6g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fat free cream of celery soup
- 2 oz boneless, cooked chicken breast
- 10 oz frozen mixed vegetables, bite size
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- 1 oz cornstarch (1 tsp)
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 350 °F (175 °C).
- In a small dish, mix cornstarch thoroughly with 1 tsp. cold water. In a large bowl, combine cornstarch mixture with soup, and mix thoroughly.
- Add vegetables and chicken, mix well, and then season to taste with salt and pepper, if you like. This is your filling. Set aside.
- On a large dry surface, lay out three egg roll wrappers. Set out a small dish of water, dip your finger into it, and then run your finger along all of the wrapper edges - repeat as needed while preparing your pockets, as it will help keep them sealed.
- Starting about 1/2" from the bottom, place 2 - 3 tablespoons of filling along the bottom half of each wrapper, leaving a 1/2" border on both sides. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Fold the top half of each wrapper over, so that the top edge meets the bottom -the mixture should be completely encased with a 1/2" border on three sides. Dab each border with water, and fold each inward about 1/4" to lightly seal all sides. Press firmly along the borders with the prongs of a fork to seal completely.
- Line a large baking pan with foil and/or spray with nonstick spray. Using a large spatula, carefully transfer the pockets to the baking pan. Repeat the entire process 3 more times, so that you have 12 pockets on the baking sheet. If needed, prepare and use an additional baking sheet.
- Bake in the oven for 20 minutes. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
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 Chicken Pot Pockets contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
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). 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 Chicken Pot Pockets 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: Chicken Breast.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Chicken Pot Pockets recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 129 calories per serving with 5.35g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 1.6g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 40 minutes total. Prep time is 20 minutes and cook time is 20 minutes. It makes 12 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 129 calories, 5.35g protein (17%), 24.54g carbs, 1.01g fat. Plus 1.6g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Appetizer. At 129 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Appetizer. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 12 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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