Thai Chicken Barley Risotto - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Thai Chicken Barley Risotto is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Instead of using Arborio rice to make risotto, use high-fiber pearl barley instead. The Thai flavor comes from cilantro, lemongrass, ginger, and red curry paste, and the protein comes from the lean chicken in this satisfying one-dish meal.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon sesame oil, divided
1 1/2 cups chopped green onions, divided
2 tablespoons minced garlic, divided
1/2 cup uncooked pearl barley
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon water
1 1/2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon red curry paste
1 tablespoon chopped peeled fresh lemongrass
1 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger
3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast (about 1 pound)
1 1/4 cups red bell pepper strips
1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed
1 cup light coconut milk
4 teaspoons chopped peanuts

Instructions

Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 cup onions and 1 tablespoon garlic; sauté 1 minute. Stir in barley, 1/4 cup cilantro, salt, black pepper, 1/2 cup broth, and jalapeños; bring to a boil. Cook 3 minutes or until liquid is nearly absorbed, stirring constantly. Add remaining broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly until each portion is absorbed before adding the next (about 15 minutes).
Combine juice and next 5 ingredients (juice through curry paste); set aside.
Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 cup onions, 1 tablespoon garlic, lemongrass, and ginger; sauté 1 minute. Add chicken, bell pepper, and peas; sauté 2 minutes. Stir in barley mixture, juice mixture, and milk; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes or until sauce thickens, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1/4 cup cilantro. Sprinkle each serving with 1 teaspoon nuts.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thai Chicken Barley Risotto good for PCOS?

Yes, this Thai Chicken Barley Risotto 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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