Fresh Chicken and Bacon Patties - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein. Egg is provide complete protein with all essential amino acids. Coconut is contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) for quick energy.
Adequate protein intake is crucial for PCOS management as it helps stabilize blood sugar levels and reduces cravings.
This recipe pairs well with a side of leafy greens or a simple mixed salad to add extra fiber and micronutrients to your lunch.
Ingredients
- 1 12 Oz Can Chicken Breast
- 4 Slices Bacon
- 2 Medium Bell Peppers
- 1/4 Cup Sun Dried Tomato Pesto
- 1/4 Cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1 Large Egg
- 3 Tbsp. Coconut Flour
Instructions
- Start by frying your bacon in a pan. Leave it to sizzle and get nice and browned on the one side.
- While the bacon is cooking, measure out 1/4 Cup Tomato Pesto Sauce.
- Once the bacon is crisped on one side, flip it to the other side.
- Chop 2 Bell Peppers in half. Add them to a food processor.
- Grind the peppers in the food processor until they are nicely chopped.
- Pour all of the mixture into a bowl and pat dry with paper towels. You don’t want too much excess moisture here.
- Once the bacon has finished cooking, add the 12 Oz Canned Chicken (or you can use fresh) and the bacon to the food processor.
- Grind everything together into a chicken and bacon paste.
- Add the chicken and bacon mixture to the peppers.
- Add 1/4 Cup Parmesan Cheese, 1/4 Cup Tomato Pesto, and 1 Egg to the mixture. Mix everything together well.
- Add coconut flour as needed, I ended up using 3 Tbsp. of it. You want a nice solid mixture you can form into patties.
- Form the patties with your hand, grabbing up a small scoop of the chicken mixture and pressing it between your hands.
- Fry the patties with a little oil over medium to medium-high heat. Crisp each side and once they are crisped, flip them over.
- Set on paper towels to cool and serve! Optional: Serve with small sprigs of dill and chili garlic paste.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Fresh Chicken and Bacon Patties contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Coconut: May support metabolism without spiking blood sugar
- Tomato: Antioxidants help combat oxidative stress elevated in PCOS
- Bell pepper: Vitamin C supports adrenal function and may help manage cortisol levels in PCOS
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Fresh Chicken and Bacon Patties can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Chicken Breast.
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