Lunch: Lemon Mustard Chicken Bake

This chicken and rice dinner cooks together in a single dish, making cleanup as easy as preparation.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Lemon, Spinach

Health benefits of Lemon Mustard Chicken Bake

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 discussing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) management.

For individuals grappling with PCOS, the internal hormonal turbulence can be overwhelming, often leading to a spike in testosterone and androgen levels. This is where vitamin B6 comes into the spotlight. Acting as a balancer, vitamin B6 diligently works behind the scenes to keep these hormones in check, ensuring they don't surge beyond desirable levels. It is this equilibrium that becomes paramount for those earnestly looking to curtail the excessive flow of testosterone and androgen. In the broader spectrum of PCOS management, incorporating foods rich in vitamin B6, like chicken breast, can be a strategic move, providing both nutritional sustenance and hormonal balance.

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. Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.

Ingredients

1 box (10.2 oz) The Good Table™ freezer to plate lemon garlic herb
1 1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon stone ground mustard
2 to 4 frozen uncooked boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
2 cups fresh spinach, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon lemon zest
4 strips cooked bacon, crumbled

Instructions

Heat oven to 425 °F.
In ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, pour pasta (from The Good Table™ box), water and mustard; stir to combine. Place frozen chicken on top of pasta. Squeeze and spread lemon garlic sauce (from The Good Table™ box), evenly over chicken.
Cover dish with foil. Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until pasta is tender and chicken is no longer pink in center (165 °F).
Remove chicken from baking dish to cutting board. Cut into 1/2-inch slices. Stir spinach and lemon zest into pasta. Let stand until spinach is wilted. Top with chicken; sprinkle with bacon.

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