PCOS French Recipes: Dinner - Coq au Vin with Brown Rice - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 45 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS French Recipes: Dinner - Coq au Vin with Brown Rice is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 35g protein, and 40g carbs per serving. Ready in 60 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories

35g Protein

40g Carbs

15g Fat

Grocery list: chicken breasts, brown rice, red wine, onion, garlic, carrots, mushrooms, olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper. The brown rice has a lower GI than white rice, making it a better choice for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts (500g)
1 cup of brown rice (200g)
2 cups of red wine (500ml)
1 onion
2 cloves of garlic
2 carrots
1 cup of mushrooms (100g)
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 teaspoon of thyme, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a pan.
Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned.
Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same pan, add the onion, garlic, carrots, and mushrooms. Cook until softened.
Add the red wine, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Return the chicken to the pan and simmer for 30 minutes.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the brown rice according to the package instructions.
Serve the Coq au Vin over the brown rice.

This PCOS-friendly version of Coq au Vin is made with brown rice, which has a lower GI than white rice, making it a better choice for those with PCOS. The chicken provides a good source of protein, while the vegetables and brown rice provide essential vitamins and fiber. The red wine adds a rich, robust flavor to the dish, while also providing antioxidants. This meal is not only delicious, but also helps to manage PCOS symptoms and promote overall health.

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

Is PCOS French Recipes: Dinner - Coq au Vin with Brown Rice good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS French Recipes: Dinner - Coq au Vin with Brown Rice recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 35g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS French Recipes: Dinner - Coq au Vin with Brown Rice?

This recipe takes about 60 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 45 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 450 calories, 35g protein (31%), 40g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 5g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

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.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

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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