Ham Cheddar Chive Souffle - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Ham Cheddar Chive Souffle
Prep: 32 min
Cook: 20 min
Servings: 5
Breakfast

This Ham Cheddar Chive Souffle is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 2019 calories, 98g protein, and 18.5g carbs per serving. Ready in 52 minutes.

Nutrition per Serving

2019 Calories
98g Protein
18.5g Carbs
198g Fat
Start your morning right with this american Ham Cheddar Chive Souffle. Breakfast is the most important meal for women managing PCOS, as it sets the tone for blood sugar levels throughout the day. This recipe provides a balanced combination of protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates to keep you energized and satisfied until lunch.

Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Egg is provide complete protein with all essential amino acids. Olive oil is a key Mediterranean diet ingredient rich in polyphenols. Garlic is supports cardiovascular health and has anti-inflammatory properties.

Adequate protein intake is crucial for PCOS management as it helps stabilize blood sugar levels and reduces cravings. Healthy fats support hormone production and help your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins essential for reproductive health.

Baking and roasting are excellent cooking methods for PCOS-friendly meals as they require minimal added fat while developing deep flavors. This recipe pairs well with a side of leafy greens or a simple mixed salad to add extra fiber and micronutrients to your breakfast.

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp. Olive Oil
  • 1/2 medium Onion, diced
  • 1 1/2 tsp. Garlic, minced
  • 6 oz. Ham Steak, cooked and cubed
  • 1 tbsp. Butter, to grease ramekins
  • 6 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 2-3 tbsp. Fresh Chives, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp. Kosher Salt
  • 1/4 tsp. Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400F. Prep all of your ingredients. Cube 6 oz. Cooked Ham Steak, dice 1/2 medium onion, mince 1 1/2 tsp. garlic, shred 1 cup of cheddar cheese, and chop 2-3 tbsp. fresh chives.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil. Once hot, add onions and let saute until soft.
  3. Once soft, add garlic and continue sauteing until garlic is lightly browned.
  4. In a bowl, add 6 eggs, 1/2 cup heavy cream, chopped chives, 1/2 tsp. salt, 1/4 tsp. pepper.
  5. Add all of the other ingredients, including onion and garlic from the pan. Mix together well.
  6. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until puffed and lightly browned on the top.
  7. Let cool slightly and serve!

How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management

Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Ham Cheddar Chive Souffle contribute to your health goals:

  • Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
  • Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
  • Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
  • Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation

PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe

The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.

Meal Prep Tip: This Ham Cheddar Chive Souffle can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Ham Cheddar Chive Souffle recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 2019 calories per serving with 98g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

This recipe takes about 52 minutes total. Prep time is 32 minutes and cook time is 20 minutes. It makes 5 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 2019 calories, 98g protein (19%), 18.5g carbs, 198g fat. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Breakfast. At 2019 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Breakfast. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 5 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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