Nutrient-Rich Chicken and Vegetable Orzo Crockpot Stew for PCOS - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
400
Calories
30g
Protein
50g
Carbs
12g
Fat
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
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
- Add the olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, and ground turmeric to the crockpot.
- Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot.
- Add the diced sweet potato, chopped spinach, diced tomatoes, diced carrots, and diced celery around the chicken.
- Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and stir to combine.
- 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.
- About 30 minutes before the end of the cooking time, add the whole wheat orzo and stir to combine.
- Remove the chicken breasts, shred them with two forks, and return the shredded chicken to the crockpot.
- Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Before serving, toast the pumpkin seeds in a small skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.
- Ladle the stew into bowls and sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
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.
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