PCOS Lebanese Recipes: Dinner - Lebanese Chicken with Brown Rice - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
550
Calories
35g
Protein
45g
Carbs
20g
Fat
This recipe includes a grocery list of chicken breasts, brown rice, garlic, onion, olive oil, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley. The brown rice has a low Glycemic Index (GI), which is beneficial for PCOS.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts (200g each)
- 1 cup of brown rice (185g)
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 onion
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil (30ml)
- 1 teaspoon of cumin (2g)
- 1 teaspoon of coriander (2g), Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups of water (500ml), Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until golden.
- Add the chicken breasts to the pan, season with cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned on both sides.
- Add the brown rice to the pan, stir well.
- Add water, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 45 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
This Lebanese Chicken with Brown Rice is a PCOS-friendly recipe that is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. The brown rice has a low GI, which helps in managing insulin levels. The chicken provides high-quality protein, while the olive oil adds healthy fats. This meal is designed to provide a sense of relief and control over your diet, empowering you to make healthy choices that support your health and well-being.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Brown Rice.
Brown rice is a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.
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