Crock Pot Chicken Cacciatore - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Crock Pot Chicken Cacciatore is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 170 calories, 16g protein, and 18g carbs per serving. Ready in 12 minutes. High in fiber (4g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced
- 2 (6-ounce) cans no salt added tomato paste
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomato
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 6 medium chicken thighs, skins removed
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a crock pot.
- Cook on high for 4 hours.
- Serve the chicken over whole wheat rotini pasta if desired.
- Recipe Cost: $7.49
- Side Suggestion: ¾ cup cooked whole wheat rotini pasta
- MAKE IT GLUTEN-FREE: Confirm all ingredients are gluten-free and this recipe can be gluten-free.
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 Crock Pot Chicken Cacciatore 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
- Tomato: Antioxidants help combat oxidative stress elevated in PCOS
- Bell pepper: Vitamin C supports adrenal function and may help manage cortisol levels 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 Crock Pot Chicken Cacciatore 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Crock Pot Chicken Cacciatore recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 170 calories per serving with 16g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 4g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 12 minutes total. Prep time is 12 minutes. It makes 6 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 170 calories, 16g protein (38%), 18g carbs, 5g fat. Plus 4g 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 170 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 6 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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