Mediterranean Chicken in Eggplant Sauce Recipe - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Mediterranean Chicken in Eggplant Sauce Recipe is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/4 cups white wine or chicken broth
1 small eggplant (1 pound), peeled and cubed
1 jar (12 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained
1 medium onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup pitted ripe olives, halved
1/4 cup minced fresh Italian parsley
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
8 naan flatbreads, quartered

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Add chicken; toss to coat. In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil in batches. Transfer to a 4-qt. slow cooker.
Add wine to the skillet, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in the eggplant, red peppers, onion, jalapeno, tomato paste, brown sugar and garlic. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Cool slightly. Transfer to a blender; cover and process until pureed. Pour over chicken.
Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until chicken is tender, adding olives and parsley during the last 30 minutes. Just before serving, sprinkle with feta cheese. Serve with naan.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mediterranean Chicken in Eggplant Sauce Recipe good for PCOS?

Yes, this Mediterranean Chicken in Eggplant Sauce Recipe 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 8 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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