Chicken Parm Rigatoni Bake - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Chicken Parm Rigatoni Bake is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Candace Braun Davison This casserole ensures every bite has the right mix of chicken, sauce, pasta and cheese.

Ingredients

1 lb. chicken breasts, chopped into bite-sized pieces
2 Eggs, beaten
1/2 c. italian breadcrumbs
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
vegetable oil

Instructions

Make the Chicken Parmesan Nuggets: Place chicken and eggs in a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag, tossing to coat. Add Italian breadcrumbs to the bag, sealing and shaking until the chicken pieces are thoroughly coated.
Pour just enough vegetable oil into a large sauté pan to coat the bottom, and placing it over medium heat. Once warm, carefully add the chicken nuggets, cooking them on all sides until crispy. The chicken should be totally white inside when you cut it open (about 3-4 minutes).
Place cooked chicken nuggets on a plate lined with paper towels.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Make the Rigatoni: Cook pasta according to package's instructions for al dente. Drain and set aside.
Assemble the Bake: Pour a little marinara sauce onto the bottom of a casserole pan. In a large mixing bowl, toss the rigatoni with the remaining marinara, mozzarella, parmesan and chicken parm nuggets. Ladle the mixture into the casserole dish. Top with a little mozzarella and bake in the oven until the cheese has melted, about 15-20 minutes. Top with fresh parsley if desired.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Skinless chicken breast, often heralded for its lean nutritional profile, is undeniably a powerhouse when it comes to protein content. With an impressive 21 grams of protein packed into every 100 grams of the breast, it emerges as a preferred choice for those conscious about their protein intake. Delving deeper into the nutritional matrix of chicken, one can't overlook the copious amounts of vitamin B6 it houses. This particular vitamin plays an indispensable role in our body, especially when di...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chicken Parm Rigatoni Bake good for PCOS?

Yes, this Chicken Parm Rigatoni Bake 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 6 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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