Half-Hour Chicken Gumbo - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Half-Hour Chicken Gumbo is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Rely on rotisserie chicken, smoked spicy sausage, and frozen okra from the store to stack up flavors in our quick rendition of a classic Cajun stew.

Ingredients

3 tbsp. vegetable oil
1/3 c. all-purpose flour
2 red bell peppers
1 medium onion
4 clove garlic
1 tsp. dried oregano
Coarse salt
ground pepper
1 package frozen cut okra
8 oz. smoked (precooked) andouille sausage
1 rotisserie chicken
Store-bought or homemade cornbread

Instructions

In a 5-quart Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat oil over medium. Add flour, and cook, whisking constantly, until pale golden, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in bell peppers, onion, garlic, and oregano; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
Add 4 cups water; stir in okra and sausage. Bring to a boil. Stir in shredded chicken, and warm through, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; if desired, serve with cornbread. Looking for more chicken recipes? Try our collections of chicken breast recipes, chicken casserole recipes, and recipe for leftover chicken.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Half-Hour Chicken Gumbo good for PCOS?

Yes, this Half-Hour Chicken Gumbo 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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