Chicken Noodle-less Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 8 oz chicken tenders
- 29 oz chicken broth, low-sodium
- 1 cup strips or slices carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup pieces or slices mushrooms
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup chopped zucchini
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- In stockpot, bring chicken broth and water to a boil. Cook chicken about 5 minutes, or until done. Remove chicken to cutting board to cool.
- Add onion, carrots and celery and boil for about 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- Add zucchini and mushrooms and cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes.
- Shred chicken with two forks and add to stockpot.
- Add salt and pepper and stir in parsley.
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 Noodle-less Soup contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Mushroom: Vitamin D deficiency is common in PCOS and supplementation may improve symptoms
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
- Carrot: Provide antioxidants that support overall metabolic health
- Zucchini: Low in calories while providing vitamin C and potassium
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 nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. 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 Noodle-less 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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