Dinner: Nutrient-Rich Chicken and Vegetable Orzo Crockpot Stew for PCOS

This Nutrient-Rich Chicken and Vegetable Orzo Crockpot Stew is an excellent meal for women with PCOS. Chicken breasts provide a high amount of lean protein, which is essential for muscle maintenance and overall health. Whole wheat orzo adds fiber and B vi

This nutrient-rich chicken and vegetable orzo crockpot stew is perfect for a healthy and nutritious dinner, providing essential nutrients to support PCOS management and overall well-being.

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 300 mins

Total Time: 320 mins

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Health benefits of Nutrient-Rich Chicken and Vegetable Orzo Crockpot Stew for PCOS

Ingredients

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup whole wheat orzo
1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 cup chopped spinach
1 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 cup diced carrots
1/2 cup diced celery
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground turmeric
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Add the olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, and ground turmeric to the crockpot.
2. Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot.
3. Add the diced sweet potato, chopped spinach, diced tomatoes, diced carrots, and diced celery around the chicken.
4. Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and stir to combine.
5. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
6. About 30 minutes before the end of the cooking time, add the whole wheat orzo and stir to combine.
7. Remove the chicken breasts, shred them with two forks, and return the shredded chicken to the crockpot.
8. Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Before serving, toast the pumpkin seeds in a small skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.
10. Ladle the stew into bowls and sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds.
11. Serve hot and enjoy.

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