PCOS Lunch Ideas - Chicken and Broccoli Quinoa Bake - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup of quinoa (170g)
- 2 cups of broccoli (200g)
- 2 chicken breasts (200g)
- 1 onion (150g)
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 cup of low-fat cheese (100g)
- 2 cups of chicken broth (500ml)
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil (15ml), Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until soft.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook until no longer pink.
- Add the quinoa and chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the quinoa is cooked.
- Add the broccoli to the skillet and cook until tender.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with the cheese.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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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