Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Sliders - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Sliders is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 180 calories, 16g protein, and 22g carbs per serving. Ready in 31 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup barbeque sauce
- 8 mini whole wheat buns, split
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker. Sprinkle with the garlic powder and pepper. Place the sliced onion on top of the chicken. Pour in 1 cup water. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or until done.
- Drain the cooking water from the slow cooker. Shred the chicken with two forks. Mix in the barbeque sauce and stir to coat the chicken. Heat through for an additional 15 minutes.
- Assemble the sandwiches, using 1/3 cup BBQ chicken for each bun.
- Dietitian Tip: Look for the lowest-carb BBQ sauce you can find. The one used when testing this recipe contained about 6 g carb per 2 Tbsp. This recipe is so easy, but so delicious, and perfect for a tailgate party.
- Choices: 1 1/2 Starch, 2 Lean Protein
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Sliders contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Sliders can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Chicken Breast.
Skinless chicken breast, often heralded for its lean nutritional profile, is undeniably a powerhouse when it comes to protein content. With an impressive 21 grams of protein packed into every 100 grams of the breast, it emerges as a preferred choice for those conscious about their protein intake. Delving deeper into the nutritional matrix of chicken, one can't overlook the copious amounts of vitamin B6 it houses. This particular vitamin plays an indispensable role in our body, especially when di...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Sliders recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 180 calories per serving with 16g 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 31 minutes total. Prep time is 16 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 8 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 180 calories, 16g protein (36%), 22g carbs, 3.5g 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 Lunch. At 180 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. 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 8 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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