Lunch: Chicken with Rice and Mushrooms

Bake chicken with rice, Green Giant® peas and Progresso® soup to enjoy a cheesy dinner.

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Chicken Breast

Health benefits of Chicken with Rice and Mushrooms

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.

Ingredients

3/4 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice
1 cup frozen sweet peas
3/4 cup water
1 can (18 oz) Progresso™ Vegetable Classics creamy mushroom soup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 package (1 lb) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Heat oven to 375 °F.
In ungreased 2-quart baking dish, mix all ingredients except chicken and Parmesan cheese. Cover; bake 15 minutes. Uncover and stir rice mixture. Place chicken pieces on top of rice.
Cover and bake about 30 minutes longer or until rice is tender and juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170 °F). Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

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