Quick Jambalaya - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Quick Jambalaya is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Jambalaya, a one-pot New Orleans favorite, always includes meat or seafood and vegetables; this easy rendition is full of chicken, spicy andouille sausage, bell pepper, and onion.

Ingredients

1/4 c. olive oil
1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
Coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
3 stalk celery
1 medium onion
1 green bell pepper
1 lb. andouille sausage
2 clove garlic
2 c. homemade or low-sodium, store-bought chicken stock
3/4 tsp. Old Bay seasoning
1 can crushed tomatoes with juice
1 c. long-grain rice

Instructions

Heat the oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Cut into 3/4-inch pieces and set aside.
Add vegetables to the pot. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes. Add sausage and cook 3 minutes more. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in stock, Old Bay, tomatoes, and 1/2 cup of water then bring to a boil. Add rice and chicken. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand until rice is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed, 30 to 35 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Looking for more dinner options? Check out our pork chop recipes, chicken recipes, and potato recipes.

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 Quick Jambalaya good for PCOS?

Yes, this Quick Jambalaya 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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