Soba Noodles with Broccoli and Chicken - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Soba Noodles with Broccoli and Chicken
Servings: 4
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by David Bonom Use chicken broth in place of the sake for a nonalcoholic version. Toasted sesame seeds sprinkled over the finished dish make a flavorful garnish.

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces uncooked soba (buckwheat noodles)
  • 1/4 cup sake (rice wine) or dry sherry
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, divided
  • 3/4 pound chicken breast tenders, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
  • 3 cups quartered mushrooms
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup (1-inch) red bell pepper strips
  • 1 tablespoon bottled ground fresh ginger (such as Spice World)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

Instructions

  1. Cook noodles according to package directions; drain.
  2. Combine sake and the next 4 ingredients (sake through crushed red pepper) in a small bowl; set aside.
  3. Heat 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; stir-fry 4 minutes or until done. Remove chicken from pan; keep warm. Heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil and sesame oil in pan over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and remaining ingredients; stir-fry 4 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender. Return chicken to pan; stir in sake mixture. Cook 1 minute or until thoroughly heated. Serve over noodles.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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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