Amazing Slow Cooker Orange Chicken Recipe - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Amazing Slow Cooker Orange Chicken Recipe is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

1 cup chicken stock
1 cup orange juice
1 cup orange marmalade
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons molasses, optional
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/2 cup cornstarch
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
Hot cooked rice
Optional toppings: chopped green onions, peanuts and fresh cilantro

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients; stir in molasses if desired. In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine chicken, cornstarch, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Top with red pepper. Pour stock mixture over top. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until chicken is tender.
Stir in broccoli. Cover and cook on high 30-40 minutes longer or until broccoli is crisp-tender. Serve with rice. Sprinkle with toppings of your choice.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Chicken Breast, Nuts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amazing Slow Cooker Orange Chicken Recipe good for PCOS?

Yes, this Amazing Slow Cooker Orange Chicken Recipe 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 8 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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