Low-Carb Chicken Curry - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein. Coconut is contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) for quick energy. Turmeric is contains curcumin, a powerful anti-inflammatory compound.
Adequate protein intake is crucial for PCOS management as it helps stabilize blood sugar levels and reduces cravings. Anti-inflammatory foods are especially important for PCOS, as chronic low-grade inflammation is a key driver of symptoms.
This recipe pairs well with a side of leafy greens or a simple mixed salad to add extra fiber and micronutrients to your dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. Coconut Oil
- 1.5 inch Ginger
- 1 medium Green Chilli
- 2 small Shallots
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tsp. Turmeric Powder
- 1 stalk Lemongrass
- 1/2 cup Coconut Milk (from the can)
- 1/2 cup Water
- 6 small Chicken Drumsticks (~21 oz. bone-in)
- 1/2 tsp. Salt
- 1 tbsp. Cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Bruise 1 stalk Lemongrass. This will help release the aroma when cooking.
- With a pestle and mortar, pound 1.5 inch Ginger, 1 Green Chilli, 2 Shallots and 2 cloves Garlic. Alternatively, you can use a blender.
- In a pre-heated pot over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp. Coconut Oil. Once hot, add in the pounded ingredients and saute.
- After 3-4 minutes, add in 2 tsp. Turmeric Powder and the smashed Lemongrass and saute once again.
- Add in Chicken meat and mix well with the sauteed ingredients.
- Once the meat is coated, pour in 1/2 cup each Coconut Milk and Water.
- Add in 1/2 tsp. Salt and cover the pot. Let everything cook for about 20 minutes or until desired thickness is reached and chicken is cooked through.
- Sprinkle 1 tbsp. chopped Cilantro over the top and serve!
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 Low-Carb Chicken Curry contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Coconut: May support metabolism without spiking blood sugar
- Turmeric: Research suggests curcumin may improve insulin resistance in PCOS
- Ginger: May help reduce menstrual pain and inflammation in PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated 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 Low-Carb Chicken Curry 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: Lemon.
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