Chicken, Mushrooms and Sugar Snap Peas Over Rice - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Chicken, Mushrooms and Sugar Snap Peas Over Rice is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Colorful and crisp, frozen sugar snap peas add just the right touch to this quick chicken sauté flavored with herbs, mushrooms, and garlic.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pkg (8 oz) whole mushrooms, quartered
1 cup Progresso™ chicken broth ( from 32 oz carton)
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme or tarragon
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
1 pkg (9 oz) frozen sugar snap peas

Instructions

Cook rice in 1 1/2 cups water as directed on package.
Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add garlic and mushrooms; cook about 4 minutes or until softened, stirring frequently. Add broth and thyme; bring to a boil.
Sprinkle chicken breast halves with salt and pepper; add to skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook about 10 minutes or until chicken is fork-tender and juices run clear, turning once.
In small bowl, blend cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water until smooth. Stir into chicken mixture. Increase heat to medium-high. Add sugar snap peas; cook about 5 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened and peas are hot, stirring constantly. Serve chicken with sauce and vegetables over rice.

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, Mushrooms and Sugar Snap Peas Over Rice good for PCOS?

Yes, this Chicken, Mushrooms and Sugar Snap Peas Over Rice 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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