PCOS Turkish Recipes: Dinner - Turkish Chicken with Brown Rice - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
450
Calories
30g
Protein
45g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Grocery list: Chicken breasts, brown rice, onion, garlic, red bell pepper, olive oil, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper. The brown rice in this recipe has a low GI, making it a good choice for those with PCOS.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts (500g)
- 1 cup brown rice (200g)
- 2 cups of water (500ml)
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
- 1 teaspoon cumin (5g)
- 1 teaspoon turmeric (5g), Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the brown rice under cold water.
- In a pot, bring water to a boil and add the rice. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 45 minutes.
- While the rice is cooking, chop the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a pan and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the chicken breasts to the pan and cook until no longer pink.
- Add the red bell pepper, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper to the pan and stir well.
- Once the rice is done, serve the chicken mixture over the rice.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is rich in protein and fiber, which are essential for managing PCOS symptoms. The brown rice has a low GI, helping to regulate blood sugar levels. The chicken provides lean protein, while the vegetables and spices add flavor and nutrients. This meal is designed to be fast and easy to prepare, offering a variety of flavors and textures to keep your meal planning exciting and personalized.
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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