Chicken Alfredo and Pasta - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 lb. penne or rotini pasta
- 1 bunch broccoli
- 3 tbsp. stick butter
- 4 chicken thighs (about 2 ounces)
- 2 clove garlic
- 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour
- 2 c. 1% lowfat milk
- 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
- 1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp. Freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta as package directs, adding broccoli the last 5 minutes of cooking time.
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and garlic; cook 2 minutes. Remove to a bowl.
- Melt remaining butter, add flour and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Whisk in milk and nutmeg. Bring to a gentle boil; stir 3 to 4 minutes until thickened. Stir in chicken.
- Reserve 3/4 cup cooking water; drain pasta. Return to pot; add reserved water, the sauce, cheese, and pepper. Toss to mix.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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