Mushroom Chicken Barley Risotto - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Mushroom Chicken Barley Risotto is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Cami Pearl barley is a good substitution for arborio rice in risotto.

Ingredients

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste
1 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup 1% milk
1/4 cup fat-free evaporated milk
1 cup pearl barley
1 teaspoon butter
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese

Instructions

Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and coat with balsamic vinegar.
Bake the chicken breasts in the preheated until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Slice chicken into small pieces. Set aside.
In the meantime, bring the water and vegetable stock to a low boil in a saucepan, then turn off the heat. Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion begins to turn golden brown at the edges, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then add mushrooms, cooking until mushrooms are tender. Pour the 1% milk and the evaporated milk into the same saucepan and heat for 2 minutes. Stir in the barley. Reduce the heat to medium and stir in 1 cup of the boiling vegetable broth; continue stirring until the barley has absorbed the liquid and turned creamy. Repeat this process until there is only 1 cup of broth left. Stir in the chicken with the last cup of broth. When finished, the barley should be tender, yet slightly firm, about 45 minutes. Stir in the butter, Parmesan cheese, and Romano cheese before serving.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Barley, Chicken Breast.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mushroom Chicken Barley Risotto good for PCOS?

Yes, this Mushroom Chicken Barley Risotto 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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