Chicken and Broccoli Pasta - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 3/4 cup pieces or slices mushrooms
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cube chicken boullon
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 tbsp salt
- 2 small chicken breast
- 10 1/2 oz pasta
Instructions
- In a pot, start boiling water for the pasta and add some salt.
- in another small pot bring to boil 2 cups water and chicken stock cube and then add broccoli until cooked.
- In a non-stick pan add olive oil and garlic and onion.
- Once garlic and onion are golden, add chicken and mushrooms and cook until brown, adding salt and also chicken stock from broccoli to keep moist.
- Combine broccoli with chicken and pasta and sauté for a minute.
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 Chicken and Broccoli Pasta contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Broccoli: Rich in fiber, vitamin C, and chromium which aids blood sugar control
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Mushroom: Vitamin D deficiency is common in PCOS and supplementation may improve symptoms
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 Chicken and Broccoli Pasta 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: 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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