Two-Cheese Penne with Chicken and Spinach Recipe | Myrecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Two-Cheese Penne with Chicken and Spinach Recipe | Myrecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Mary Drennen To balance out the meal, serve this rich and saucy pasta alongside a crisp romaine salad with bright acidic dressing.

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked quick-cooking penne (such as Ronzoni)
Cooking spray
12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken cutlets
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
7 ounces fresh spinach
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 ounces fresh pecorino Romano cheese, shredded (about 1/2 cup)
2 ounces 1/3-less-fat cream cheese (about 1/4 cup)

Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1/4 cup pasta cooking water.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or just until done. Remove chicken from pan; thinly slice across grain.
Return pan to medium heat. Add oil; swirl to coat. Add spinach, red pepper, and garlic; cook 3 minutes or until spinach wilts. Add cooked pasta, reserved pasta cooking water, chicken, lemon juice, and cheeses to pan; toss to coat. Cook 1 minute or until cheeses melt. Serve immediately.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Spinach.

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and an...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Two-Cheese Penne with Chicken and Spinach Recipe | Myrecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Two-Cheese Penne with Chicken and Spinach Recipe | Myrecipes 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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