Anemia and PCOS Recipe - Iron-Rich Chicken and Spinach Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Anemia and PCOS Recipe - Iron-Rich Chicken and Spinach Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 28g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 45 minutes. High in fiber (4g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts (500g)
- 2 cups of spinach (60g)
- 1 onion (150g)
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil (15ml)
- 4 cups of chicken broth (1 liter), Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a pot.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until golden.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook until no longer pink.
- Add the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Add the spinach and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Anemia and PCOS Recipe - Iron-Rich Chicken and Spinach Soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 28g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 4g 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: 350 calories, 28g protein (32%), 30g carbs, 12g fat. Plus 4g 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 350 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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