Crock Pot Chicken Cacciatore - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
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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