Penne with Chicken, Asparagus and Lemon Alfredo Sauce - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 lb. penne rigate (penne with ridges) pasta
- 1 lb. thin asparagus
- 12 oz. chicken tenders
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 c. flour
- 1 1/2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 jar Alfredo sauce
- 1 tbsp. grated lemon peel
- 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large tomato
- 1/4 c. snipped fresh chives
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Garnish: finely shredded lemon peel
Instructions
- Cook pasta in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water as package directs, adding asparagus 3 minutes before pasta is done.
- Meanwhile sprinkle chicken with salt, then toss with flour to lightly coat.
- Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add chicken; sauté 3 minutes until golden and just barely cooked through. Add Alfredo sauce, peel, juice and cheese. Bring to a simmer and cook 1 to 2 minutes until chicken is done
- Drain pasta and asparagus; return to pot. Immediately add sauce, tomato, chives and pepper. Toss to mix and coat.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Asparagus.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many wome...
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