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PCOS Balance Slow Cooker Chili - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Balance Slow Cooker Chili
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 240 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Balance Slow Cooker Chili is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 18g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 255 minutes. High in fiber (15g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
18g Protein
45g Carbs
12g Fat
Grocery list: kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, vegetable broth. This recipe has a low GI due to the high fiber content from the beans and vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup kidney beans (US: 1 cup, Metric: 240g)
  • 1 cup black beans (US: 1 cup, Metric: 240g)
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes (US: 1 cup, Metric: 240g)
  • 1 cup bell peppers (US: 1 cup, Metric: 150g)
  • 1/2 cup onions (US: 1/2 cup, Metric: 75g)
  • 1 clove garlic (US: 1 clove, Metric: 3g)
  • 1 tbsp chili powder (US: 1 tbsp, Metric: 15g)
  • 1 tsp cumin (US: 1 tsp, Metric: 5g)
  • 1/2 tsp salt (US: 1/2 tsp, Metric: 2.5g)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (US: 2 cups, Metric: 480ml)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and drain the beans.
  2. Dice the tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions.
  3. Mince the garlic.
  4. Add all ingredients to the slow cooker.
  5. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  6. Serve hot.
This PCOS Balance Slow Cooker Chili is a nutrient-dense meal that is high in fiber and protein. These nutrients are essential for managing PCOS as they help to regulate blood sugar levels and support hormonal balance. The beans provide a good source of B vitamins, which are crucial for energy production and stress management. The tomatoes and bell peppers are rich in vitamin C, which supports immune function and skin health. This recipe is easy to prepare and can be personalized to your taste preferences.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Balance Slow Cooker Chili recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 18g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 15g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 255 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 240 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 350 calories, 18g protein (21%), 45g carbs, 12g fat. Plus 15g 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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