Chicken and Tasso Jambalaya Pasta - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Chicken and Tasso Jambalaya Pasta is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
8 ounces tasso or 6 ounces bacon (if using the bacon, eliminate the oil)
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 bay leaves
2 stalks celery, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 teaspoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
One 14.5-ounce can whole tomatoes, crushed
1 cup chicken stock
12 ounces dry linguine
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 lemon, cut into wedges
Hot sauce, for serving

Instructions

Pat dry the chicken thighs and sprinkle with salt and a liberal dose of pepper. Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium heat and add the oil. Add the tasso and cook until slightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the tasso to a plate and raise the heat to medium-high. Add the chicken and brown on both sides, about 6 minutes. Remove to a plate to cool, and then cut into bite-size pieces.
Add the Cajun seasoning, bay leaves, celery, garlic, onions and bell peppers to the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste, thyme and Worcestershire sauce and cook, stirring constantly, until slightly dry looking, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, stock and the reserved chicken and tasso and simmer until thickened, about 30 minutes. Remove the bay leaves before serving.
Bring a pasta pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine until al dente and drain. Toss with the jambalaya, garnish with the parsley and lemon wedges and serve with hot 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 Chicken and Tasso Jambalaya Pasta good for PCOS?

Yes, this Chicken and Tasso Jambalaya Pasta 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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