Bacon Shrimp Orzo - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Bacon Shrimp Orzo is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 c. orzo
- 1/2 c. dry white wine
- 3 c. chicken stock
- 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/3 c. grated Parmesan
- 2 tbsp. chopped fresh basil
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 c. heavy cream
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, or heavy-bottomed medium saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Transfer bacon to a paper towel–lined plate and reserve fat in the pan.
- Add onion to pan and cook until translucent and beginning to soften. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add orzo and toast for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to coat the orzo. Add wine and cook until almost absorbed, then slowly stir in chicken stock. Bring to a simmer, lower the heat, and cover. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. The liquid should be mostly absorbed and the orzo tender. Remove from heat; stir in bacon, Parmesan, basil, lemon zest, heavy cream, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Basil.
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. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Bacon Shrimp Orzo recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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