Budget-Friendly PCOS Power Bowl - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
420
Calories
32g
Protein
38g
Carbs
18g
Fat
Grocery List:
- Chicken breast
- Brown rice
- Broccoli
- Sweet potato
- Olive oil
- Turmeric
- Garlic
- Mixed salad greens
- Tahini
- Lemon (for dressing)
GI Information:
- Brown rice (GI: 50)
- Sweet potato (GI: 44)
- Combined with protein and healthy fats for optimal blood sugar management.
This recipe aligns with insulin-resistant PCOS needs and can be prepared in advance for meal prep.
Ingredients
- • 4 oz (115g) lean chicken breast, diced
- • ½ cup (95g) <a href="https://app.pcosmealplanner.com/knowledge-articles/any/brown-rice-vs-white-rice-pcos">brown rice</a>, uncooked
- • 1 cup (100g) broccoli florets
- • 1 medium (120g) sweet potato, cubed
- • 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
- • 1 tsp (5g) turmeric powder
- • 1 clove garlic, minced
- • 2 cups (60g) mixed salad greens
- • ¼ cup (60ml) homemade tahini dressing
- • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook brown rice according to package instructions.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss sweet potato cubes with 1 tbsp olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 20-25 minutes.
- Steam broccoli florets until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
- Heat remaining olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Season chicken with turmeric, salt, and pepper; cook until golden, about 6-8 minutes.
- Assemble bowls: Layer rice, chicken, roasted sweet potato, broccoli, and greens.
- Drizzle with tahini dressing and serve.
This economical power bowl combines key nutrients essential for PCOS management. The liver-supporting turmeric and fiber-rich vegetables help maintain hormonal balance. Brown rice provides steady energy release, while lean protein supports muscle maintenance and satiety. This recipe demonstrates how budget-conscious PCOS meal planning can be both nutritious and delicious.
Similar to our popular Turmeric Chicken and Rice Bowl, this recipe incorporates anti-inflammatory ingredients while staying cost-effective.
Key PCOS Benefits:
- Blood sugar stabilizing complex carbohydrates
- Anti-inflammatory turmeric and olive oil
- Hormone-supporting fiber and healthy fats
- Budget-friendly ingredients without compromising nutrition
- Meal prep friendly for busy weekdays
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