Chicken and Broccoli Strata - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Chicken and Broccoli Strata is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 celery stalks, chopped
- kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 1 shredded rotisserie chicken, skin removed
- 3 c. broccoli florets
- 1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
- 6 eggs
- 2 c. whole milk
- 5 c. French bread, cut into 1" cubes
- 3 c. grated Gruyere cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a 2-quart baking dish with 1 tablespoon butter.
- Melt remaining butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add chicken, broccoli, and parsley and combine. In a medium bowl, beat 6 eggs and milk. Set aside.
- Spread half the bread cubes on the bottom of the baking dish. Layer chicken mixture evenly over bread cubes and sprinkle with half the cheese, remaining bread, and egg mixture.
- Bake until cooked through, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bake until cheese is melted and strata is golden, 5 minutes more. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Chicken and Broccoli Strata recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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