Dinner: Spanish Style Chicken and Rice

Healthy makeover of a delicious one-pot dish.

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 30 mins

Total Time: 50 mins

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Brown Rice

Health benefits of Spanish Style Chicken and Rice

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 discussing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) management.

For individuals grappling with PCOS, the internal hormonal turbulence can be overwhelming, often leading to a spike in testosterone and androgen levels. This is where vitamin B6 comes into the spotlight. Acting as a balancer, vitamin B6 diligently works behind the scenes to keep these hormones in check, ensuring they don't surge beyond desirable levels. It is this equilibrium that becomes paramount for those earnestly looking to curtail the excessive flow of testosterone and androgen. In the broader spectrum of PCOS management, incorporating foods rich in vitamin B6, like chicken breast, can be a strategic move, providing both nutritional sustenance and hormonal balance.

Brown rice is a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

Ingredients

1 medium yellow onion
1/4 tsp sazon powder
2 tbsps light sour cream
3 medium skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsps olive oil
1 avocado
1 medium green pepper
2 cups brown rice
1 cup tomato sauce

Instructions

1. Prepare rice as directed. Sauté onion and green pepper in olive oil until tender.

2. Chop chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and then add to green pepper and onion. Cook until done.

3. Add 1 packet of Sazón seasoning (found in the ethnic foods isle). Stir in rice and tomato sauce and allow to warm through.

4. Top with diced avocado and sour cream. Enjoy!