Hearty Crock Pot Chicken Stew - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Hearty Crock Pot Chicken Stew is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 1825 calories, 164g protein, and 54g carbs per serving. Ready in 87 minutes.
Nutrition per Serving
Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein. Garlic is supports cardiovascular health and has anti-inflammatory properties. Tomato is rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant.
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
- 3 lbs. Chicken Thigh
- 1 Medium Green Pepper
- 3 Cups Mushrooms
- 1 1/2 Cup Tomato Sauce (I used Classico Tomato & Basil)
- 1/2 Cup Sliced Tomatoes
- 1/3 Cup Hot Wing Sauce
- 3 Tbsp. Butter
- 2 tsp. Ranch Seasoning
- 2 tsp. Minced Garlic
- 2 tsp. Paprika
- 1 tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 tsp. Oregano
Instructions
- Chop up your mushrooms and pepper into thin slices.
- Get your crock pot out and turn it to high heat.
- Add your chicken thighs, tomato sauce, slices tomato, garlic, spices, and hot sauce to the crock pot.
- Add your peppers and mushrooms to the chicken mixture.
- Mix all ingredients thoroughly.
- Let this simmer on high for 2 hours
- Turn crock pot to low, and give a slow stir to the ingredients. Let this cook for 3-5 more hours.
- Add 3 Tbsp. butter to your stew and mix together. I added 1/2 tsp. xanthan gum to slightly thicken – but it should have reduced some.
- Let cook for 1 more hour without the top, so that the sauce can reduce.
- Serve hot, or save it in the fridge – it saves well and can be reheated in the microwave!
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 Hearty Crock Pot Chicken Stew contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Tomato: Antioxidants help combat oxidative stress elevated in PCOS
- Mushroom: Vitamin D deficiency is common in PCOS and supplementation may improve symptoms
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 anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. 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 Hearty Crock Pot Chicken Stew 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: Basil.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Hearty Crock Pot Chicken Stew recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 1825 calories per serving with 164g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
This recipe takes about 87 minutes total. Prep time is 27 minutes and cook time is 60 minutes. It makes 5 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 1825 calories, 164g protein (36%), 54g carbs, 100g fat. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. At 1825 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 5 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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