Pasta Shells with Chicken and Brussels Sprouts - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Pasta Shells with Chicken and Brussels Sprouts is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Here's a homey pasta dish with chicken and vegetables enveloped in a creamy Parmesan sauce.

Ingredients

2 tbsp. Cooking oil
3 tbsp. butter
4 boneless
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper
1/2 red onion
2 cloves garlic
3/4 lb. fresh Brussels sprouts (or one 10-ounce package frozen)
1 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock
.13 tsp. dried red-pepper flakes
1 1/2 tsp. lemon juice
1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley
1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 lb. medium pasta shells

Instructions

In a large nonstick frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon each of the oil and the butter over moderate heat. Season the chicken with 1/4 teaspoon each of the salt and pepper. Cook the breasts until browned and just done, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes. Cut into small pieces.
In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil over moderately low heat. Add the red onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic, Brussels sprouts, broth and red-pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer and cook,covered, until the Brussels sprouts are just done, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken, lemon juice, parsley, Parmesan, and the remaining 2 tablespoons butter, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Remove from the heat.
In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the pasta until just done, about 10 minutes. Drain and toss with the sauce.
Wine Recommendation: A crisp white wine such as a chardonnay-based Chablis from France matches up nicely with the acidity of the lemon juice in the sauce.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pasta Shells with Chicken and Brussels Sprouts good for PCOS?

Yes, this Pasta Shells with Chicken and Brussels Sprouts 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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