Broccoli and Cheddar Chicken Pasta Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
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Recipe by Hannah Klinger
Instead of adding broccoli florets to the pasta, a double serving is incorporated into the creamy sauce. Heat the broccoli and sear the chicken while the pasta cooking water comes to a boil. The leaner dairy components create a c
Ingredients
- 8 ounces uncooked whole-grain penne pasta
- 2 cups frozen steam-in-bag broccoli florets
- 1 cup unsalted chicken stock (such as Swanson)
- 1 cup 2% reduced-fat milk
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Cooking spray
- 12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 ounces preshredded 2% reduced-fat Mexican-blend cheese (about 3/4 cup)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain.
- Heat broccoli according to package directions; cool slightly. Combine stock, milk, and flour in a bowl. Place broccoli and stock mixture in a blender; blend until smooth.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add chicken to pan; cook 4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add broccoli mixture to pan; bring to a boil. Cook 5 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in pasta, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Stir in cheese. Top with green onions.
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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