Chicken and Rice Skillet with Broccoli - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Chicken and Rice Skillet with Broccoli is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Use your family's favorite vegetable combination in this fragrant and delicious chicken and herb-seasoned rice skillet dinner. Toss a salad while the ingredients simmer undisturbed, and voila: Dinner is served.

Ingredients

1 tbsp. vegetable oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 can Campbell's® Condensed Chicken Broth
3/4 c. water
1/2 tsp. basil leaves
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
3/4 c. regular long-grain white rice
2 c. broccoli flowerets
paprika

Instructions

Heat the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 10 minutes or until well browned on both sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet.
Stir the broth, water, basil and garlic powder in the skillet and heat to a boil. Stir in the rice. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
Stir in the broccoli. Top with the chicken. Sprinkle with the paprika. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender. Using Swanson Chicken Broth: Vitamin A 22%DV, Vitamin C 28%DV, Calcium 5%DV, Iron 16%DV

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chicken and Rice Skillet with Broccoli good for PCOS?

Yes, this Chicken and Rice Skillet with Broccoli 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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