Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Penne Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 quarts water
- 8 ounces uncooked multigrain penne pasta
- 1 pound broccoli rabe, trimmed and coarsely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 (3-ounce) smoked chicken sausages, each diagonally cut into 8 pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 ounces pecorino Romano cheese, grated (about 1/2 cup)
Instructions
- Bring 2 quarts water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add pasta; cook 7 minutes. Add broccoli rabe; cook 2 minutes. Drain pasta mixture, reserving 2/3 cup cooking liquid; keep pasta warm.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add sausage to pan; cook 6 minutes or until browned, stirring occasionally. Add 2/3 cup reserved pasta water, pasta mixture, pepper, and salt to pan; bring to a boil. Cook 2 minutes or until slightly reduced. Stir in juice, and sprinkle with cheese.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Lemon.
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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