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Easy Meal Prep PCOS Lunch - Broccoli and Chicken Quinoa Bake - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Easy Meal Prep PCOS Lunch - Broccoli and Chicken Quinoa Bake
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 35 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories
35g Protein
40g Carbs
15g Fat
This recipe includes quinoa, a low GI carbohydrate, lean protein from chicken, and a good dose of fiber from broccoli. Grocery list: quinoa, broccoli, chicken breasts, onion, garlic, low-fat cheddar cheese, olive oil, salt, pepper.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa (170g)
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (200g)
  • 2 chicken breasts (400g)
  • 1 onion (150g)
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 cup low-fat cheddar cheese (100g)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375F (190C).
  2. Cook quinoa as per package instructions.
  3. Chop onion and garlic, sauté in olive oil until translucent.
  4. Add chopped chicken breasts, cook until no longer pink.
  5. Add broccoli florets, cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Combine cooked quinoa, chicken, broccoli, and cheese in a baking dish.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden.
  8. Serve warm.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with nutrients beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Quinoa is a low GI carbohydrate that helps maintain stable blood sugar levels. Chicken provides lean protein, essential for muscle building and satiety. Broccoli adds fiber, aiding digestion and further helping blood sugar control. This meal is not only easy to prepare but also empowers you to take control of your PCOS through diet.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Quinoa, Broccoli.

Quinoa is a highly nutritious grain that is particularly beneficial for individuals with PCOS. This gluten-free grain is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids that the body cannot produce on its own. This makes quinoa an excellent choice for those looking to maintain muscle mass and support overall body functions. But what makes quinoa stand out for PCOS management? One of the key benefits of quinoa is its high magnesium content. Magnesium plays a vital role in regulating...

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