PCOS Crock Pot Chicken - Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 240 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Crock Pot Chicken - Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 28g protein, and 40g carbs per serving. Ready in 250 minutes. High in fiber (8g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

28g Protein

40g Carbs

8g Fat

This recipe includes chicken, salsa, cumin, chili powder, brown rice, black beans, and corn. The chicken is slow-cooked in a flavorful salsa mixture, then served over brown rice with black beans and corn. The Glycemic Index (GI) for brown rice is 50, which is considered low.

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (500g)
1 cup salsa (240ml)
1 teaspoon ground cumin (5g)
1 teaspoon chili powder (5g), Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup cooked brown rice (195g)
1 cup black beans (172g)
1 cup corn kernels (154g), Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Place the chicken breasts in the crock pot.
In a bowl, mix the salsa, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Pour over the chicken.
Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
Shred the chicken and mix with the salsa mixture in the pot.
Serve over cooked brown rice, topped with black beans, corn, and fresh cilantro.

This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with protein and fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels and promote satiety. The chicken provides a good source of lean protein, while the brown rice, black beans, and corn add complex carbohydrates and fiber. The salsa adds a burst of flavor without adding excess calories or sugar. This meal is easy to prepare and can be personalized to your taste preferences. Enjoying a variety of foods like this can help you feel empowered and in control of your PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Crock Pot Chicken - Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Crock Pot Chicken - Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken 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 8g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Crock Pot Chicken - Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken?

This recipe takes about 250 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 240 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 350 calories, 28g protein (32%), 40g carbs, 8g fat. Plus 8g 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 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.

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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