Chicken Vegetable Noodle Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 3 oz chicken stock
- 1 cup strips or slices carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 3 large cubed potatoes
- 12 cups water
- 2 cups elbow shaped macaroni
Instructions
- Slice the carrots and add to pot of water, turn on the heat to high. (You can add some wok oil, like House of Tsang's to the water for a little spice).
- Cube the potatoes and chop the onions, add to the pot of water.
- Let the vegetables cook for about 5 minutes. Turn down the heat to medium-high.
- Add the macaroni shells, stir, cook for 12 minutes.
- Add chicken stock, stir.
- Scoop into bowls and enjoy!
- Note: can be easily frozen in baggies for later use. Just remove from freezer, put into pot of boiling water until heated, open or cut bottom of bag and into your bowl.
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 Chicken Vegetable Noodle Soup contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
- Carrot: Provide antioxidants that support overall metabolic health
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). 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 Chicken Vegetable Noodle Soup 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: Carrot.
Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants. Beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A, is essential for maintaining healthy skin and vision. The high fiber content in carrots helps regulate blood sugar levels and supports digestive health. Additionally, the antioxidants in carrots can help reduce inflammation, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms.
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