Poached-Chicken Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Poached-Chicken Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Practically every culture has a version, and it's no wonder — chicken soup is pure comfort. Here's a classic version stocked with all the requisite vegetables — potatoes, carrots, celery, turnips, and onions.

Ingredients

2 tbsp. Cooking oil
1 onion
1 carrot
1 Rib Celery
2 tsp. salt
1 chicken (3 to 3 1/2 pounds)
4 small red potatoes (about 1 pound)
2 medium turnips
1 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock
1 tsp. red- or white-wine vinegar
2 qt. water
1 Sprig Fresh Thyme
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper
1 c. chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

In a large pot, heat the oil over moderate heat. Add the onion, carrot, celery, and 1 teaspoon of the salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften, about 10 minutes.
Add the chicken, potatoes, turnips, broth, vinegar, water, thyme, bay leaf, and the remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Cover and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat and simmer, partially covered, until the chicken is just done, about 10 minutes for the breasts and 15 minutes for the legs and thighs; remove each piece as it is done.
Continue simmering the soup until the potatoes and turnips are tender, about 5 minutes longer. Stir in the pepper and parsley. Remove the thyme sprig and bay leaf. To serve, divide the chicken pieces among four shallow bowls and ladle the broth and vegetables over them.
Wine Recommendation: Though they are America's favorite wines, chardonnays are often quite awkward with food. Here, however, a California chardonnay that is medium-bodied and not too oaky will be just the ticket.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poached-Chicken Soup good for PCOS?

Yes, this Poached-Chicken Soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 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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