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Stir-Fry Chicken and Broccoli - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Stir-Fry Chicken and Broccoli
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This Stir-Fry Chicken and Broccoli is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 30g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
30g Protein
20g Carbs
15g Fat
This recipe includes chicken, broccoli, garlic, and soy sauce. Grocery list: chicken breast, broccoli, olive oil, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. The chicken has a low GI, making it good for PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) chicken breast
  • 2 cups (500g) broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) soy sauce
  • 1 tsp (5ml) sesame oil, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan.
  3. Add chicken and cook until browned.
  4. Add garlic and broccoli, stir-fry for 5 minutes.
  5. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
  6. Stir well and serve hot.
This Stir-Fry Chicken and Broccoli is a quick, easy, and healthy meal that's perfect for those with PCOS. The chicken provides lean protein, while the broccoli provides fiber and vitamin C. The low GI of the chicken helps to regulate blood sugar levels, which is important for managing PCOS. The meal is also rich in B vitamins, magnesium, and zinc, nutrients that are beneficial for PCOS.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli.

Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Stir-Fry Chicken and Broccoli recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 30g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 25 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 350 calories, 30g protein (34%), 20g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 3g 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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