General Tso Chicken - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp Splenda
- 16 oz boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 2 cloves garlic clove
- 2 medium scallions
- 2 tbsps low sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together broth, cornstarch, sweetener (like Splenda), soy sauce, vinegar and ginger; set aside.
- Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallions, garlic and red pepper flakes; cook, stirring frequently, 2 minutes. Add chicken; sauté until browned all over, about 5 minutes.
- Add reserved sauce to pan and simmer until sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.
- After sauce has slightly thickened, add the broccoli florets. Remove from heat.
- Serve chicken and sauce over rice.
- Yields about 1 cup chicken with sauce and 1/2 cup rice per 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 General Tso Chicken contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Brown rice: Provides magnesium and B vitamins important for PCOS management
- Broccoli: Rich in fiber, vitamin C, and chromium which aids blood sugar control
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Ginger: May help reduce menstrual pain and inflammation in PCOS
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 anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. 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 General Tso Chicken 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: Broccoli, Chicken Breast, Brown Rice.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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