Lunch: Chicken-and-Rice

Recipe by Carol Noble, Burgaw, North Carolina This chicken and rice dish is a quick, easy and comforting meal that the whole family will enjoy. Using ready-to-serve rice and frozen and canned veggies speeds up prep time and gets supper on the table in a

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Chicken Breast

Health benefits of Chicken-and-Rice

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

1 1/2 pounds skinned and boned chicken breasts
2 (8.8-ounce) pouches ready-to-serve long-grain rice
4 bacon slices, diced
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup frozen green peas, thawed*
1 (4-ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Garnish: fresh parsley sprigs

Instructions

Cut chicken into 1/4-inch slices, and set aside.
Heat rice according to package directions; set aside.
Sauté bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat 8 minutes or until crisp; remove bacon with a slotted spoon, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings in skillet.
Sauté onion in hot drippings in skillet 3 minutes or until tender. Stir in chicken, and sauté 8 minutes or until chicken is done. Stir in rice, bacon, peas, and next 3 ingredients; cook, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Garnish, if desired.
*4 ounces (about 1 heaping cup) snow peas may be substituted for green peas. Microwave snow peas and 1/4 cup water in a microwave-safe bowl 2 minutes before adding to chicken mixture. Proceed with recipe as directed.
Note: For testing purposes only, we used Uncle Ben's Original Long Grain Ready Rice.

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