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PCOS Indian Recipes: Dinner - Butter Chicken with Brown Rice - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Indian Recipes: Dinner - Butter Chicken with Brown Rice
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Indian Recipes: Dinner - Butter Chicken with Brown Rice is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 30g protein, and 50g carbs per serving. Ready in 45 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories
30g Protein
50g Carbs
20g Fat
This recipe includes a grocery list of chicken, brown rice, butter, onion, garlic, ginger, tomato puree, Greek yogurt, and spices. The brown rice has a low GI, making it a good choice for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup of brown rice
  • 2 tablespoons of butter
  • 1 onion
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 tablespoon of ginger
  • 1 cup of tomato puree
  • 1 cup of Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon of turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of coriander
  • 1 teaspoon of garam masala
  • 1/2 cup of water, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the brown rice according to the package instructions.
  2. In a pan, melt the butter and add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger.
  3. Add the chicken breasts and cook until they are browned.
  4. Add the spices and stir well.
  5. Add the tomato puree, Greek yogurt, and water.
  6. Simmer for 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  7. Serve the butter chicken over the brown rice.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that are beneficial for those with PCOS. The brown rice has a low GI, which helps to regulate blood sugar levels. The chicken provides a good source of protein, while the spices and vegetables add flavor and additional nutrients. This meal is easy to prepare and offers a comforting and satisfying dinner option.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Indian Recipes: Dinner - Butter Chicken with Brown Rice recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 30g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 45 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 450 calories, 30g protein (27%), 50g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 5g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 450 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 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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