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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
Servings: 8
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by Lindsay Funston The flavors you love in a classic Caesar paired with your favorite carb.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. penne
  • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 c. broccoli florets, blanched
  • 1 c. halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 c. Caesar dressing
  • 1/4 c. shaved Parmesan
  • 1 c. crusty bread, cubed

Instructions

  1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook penne according to package directions until al dente. Drain and return to pot. Meanwhile, cook chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook until golden and cooked through, 6 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and slice.
  2. Make croutons: In a large skillet, heat remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add croutons and toast until golden, 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  3. In a large serving bowl, combine penne, chicken, broccoli, tomatoes, and dressing and toss until well combined. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Toss in Parmesan and top with croutons.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...

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