Slow-Cooker Beef Stew with Orzo - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Slow-Cooker Beef Stew with Orzo is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Judy Kim This satisfying beef stew takes hardly any time to prep in the morning—and is ready to eat by the time you get home from work.

Ingredients

2 lb. beef chuck, cut into 1 1/2" cubes and patted dry
kosher salt
Black pepper
1/4 c. all-purpose flour
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 c. low-sodium beef broth
2 bay leaves
2 tbsp. fresh thyme, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 large onion, chopped
3 Carrots, peeled and chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
16 oz. mushrooms, chopped
28 oz. canned crushed tomatoes
1/2 lb. orzo
1/2 c. fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Generously season beef with salt and pepper and add to a large bowl with flour. Toss to coat, then toss excess flour. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat and sear until golden brown. Transfer meat to a slow-cooker.
Deglaze pan over medium-high heat with beef broth, stirring with wooden spoon until all crispy bits from bottom of pan are scraped up. Pour broth over meat.
Add bay leaves, thyme, garlic, onion, carrots, celery, mushrooms, and canned tomatoes to slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper. Cook on low, covered, for 7 hours.
When ready to serve, cook orzo in a medium saucepan in salted boiling water according to package directions and set aside. Remove bay leaf, garnish stew with parsley, and serve over orzo.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Slow-Cooker Beef Stew with Orzo good for PCOS?

Yes, this Slow-Cooker Beef Stew with Orzo 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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