7 Easy PCOS Dinner Recipes

Are you looking for easy PCOS dinner recipes? Why not try these healthy options! They are not only nutrient-filled but also taste delicious! 

Let’s get right on to the recipes! 

7 Healthy & Easy PCOS Dinner Recipes 

1.    Spaghetti & Meatballs

Ingredients 

For the meatballs: 

• ½ cup organic ground beef 
• ½ onion, chopped 
• 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
• ¼ cup parsley, finely minced 
• 1 egg 
• 1 tsp salt 
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning *optional (where to get it)
• 1 tsp ground black pepper (where to get it)
• ¼ cup almond flour (where to get it)

Directions 

1. Preheat your oven to 400 F.
2. Now prep the ingredients (chop the onion, garlic and parsley).
3. In a large bowl, add all ingredients and knead until everything is well combined. You can also use a KitchenAid mixer to mix the ingredients if you don’t want to get your hands messy.
4. Using both hands, shape balls with the mixture to form your meatballs. 
5. Place them on a baking tray lined with baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes. 
6. Once cooked, turn off the oven and plate them over your spaghetti. 
7. Enjoy! 

For the spaghetti:

• ½ cup of whole wheat egg noodles or whole wheat spaghetti
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (where to get it)
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced 
• 1 carrot, sliced 
• 1 small onion, sliced
• ½ knob of ginger, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped 
• 2 green chilli peppers 
• 2 medium tomatoes 
• 2 dried red chilli 
• 2 tsp raw honey 
• 1 tbsp mustard sauce (where to get it)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce (where to get it)
• ½ tsp ground black pepper (where to get it)
• Salt to taste

Directions 

1. Prepare the egg noodles as per instructions in the pack. 
2. Next, prepare the sauce: in a wok, add 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil and fry the green chilli peppers finely chopped ginger and garlic for 2 minutes. 
3. Next, blend 2 medium tomatoes, 2 dry red chili peppers and 2 tsp raw honey into a paste. 
4. Add the paste to the wok for 6-8 minutes until the color changes to a bright red. 
5. Now add 1 tbsp mustard sauce, 1 tbsp soy sauce and ½ tsp black pepper powder. 
6. Add the sliced green bell pepper, carrot and small onion and cook for 10 minutes. 
7. Switch off the stove and add in the pasta. 
8. Top with the meatballs. 
9. Enjoy! 

2.    Tasty Chicken Fettucine Alfredo 

Ingredients 

• 1 cup of whole wheat pasta (where to get it) or chickpea pasta (where to get it)
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (where to get it)
• 1 tsp minced garlic 
• 2 tbsp whole wheat flour 
• 1 cup chicken broth 
• ¾ cup coconut milk (where to get it)
• ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese 
• 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt 
• ½ cup shredded chicken
• Salt 
• Ground black pepper (where to get it)
• Red pepper flakes (where to get it)

Directions 

1. First begin by preparing your pasta as per instructions on the packet.
2. Next, prepare the sauce: in a pan, heat 1 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil over medium flames and stir fry the garlic until the raw smell disappears.
3. Add the flour into the pan over the garlic. 
4. Now slowly pour 1 cup of chicken broth while whisking to ensure the mixture becomes smooth and lump-free.
5. Next, gently add coconut milk into the pan while whisking. Bring it to a boil then lower the heat and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until your sauce is thickened. 
6. Switch off the heat and add 2 tbsp of Greek yogurt and ½ cup of shredded Parmesan cheese.
7. Add salt, black pepper powder and red pepper flakes to season. 
8. Mix sauce and shredded chicken into the pasta. Optional:  Top it up with roasted vegetables such as broccoli or spinach. 

3.    One Pan Chicken & Squash 

Ingredients 

• 1 small butternut squash, chopped into chunks 
• 2 chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (where to get it)
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped  
•  Salt 
• ½ tsp ground black pepper (where to get it)
•  ½ tsp ground paprika (where to get it)
•  ½ tsp dried thyme (where to get it)
•  ¼ cup finely chopped parsley

Directions 

1. Slice two chicken thighs in the middle and combine them, together with the squash, in a mixture of 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 garlic cloves, ½ tsp ground black pepper, ½ tsp ground paprika, ½ tsp dried thyme and salt for 20 minutes. Combine all ingredients in a bowl until they are coated evenly with the seasoning.
2. Marinate for 2 hours.
3. Preheat oven to 375°F. 
4. Distribute them in a baking pan and bake in your preheated oven for 45 minutes. 
5. Increase the heat to 425° F and bake for another 15 minutes till the chicken turns golden in color.  
6. Turn off heat, remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley. 
7. Dinner is ready! 

4.    One Pan Salmon & Asparagus 

Ingredients

• 1 salmon fillet 
• 4 asparagus
• 2 tbsp softened unsalted butter 
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 
• 1 garlic minced 
• 1 tbsp parsley, freshly chopped 
• ½ tsp sea salt (where to get it)
• ¼ tsp black pepper (where to get it)
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (where to get it)

Directions 

1. Preheat oven to 450 F. 
2. Line a baking pan with baking paper.
3. Cut the stems off the asparagus and drizzle lightly with olive oil, salt and pepper. 
4. Also coat the salmon with olive oil and sprinkle salt and pepper. 
5. In a medium bowl, use a fork to mask the softened butter, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 minced garlic, 1 tbsp freshly chopped parsley, ½ tsp sea salt and ¼ tsp black pepper. 
6. Coat the salmon and asparagus with the flavored butter mixture. 
7. Place them on the baking tray. 
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes at 450 F. Make sure to bake until the salmon is cooked through and flaky. 
9. Serve for dinner! 

5.    Comforting One Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

Ingredients 

• ½ cup whole wheat noodles 
• ½ cup shredded chicken 
• 1 cup carrots, sliced 
• 1 cup celery, sliced 
• ¾ cup onions, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp ginger, finely chopped 
• 1 tbsp garlic, finely chopped 
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (where to get it)
• 1 cup chicken broth 
• ½ tsp dried thyme (where to get it)
• ½ tsp dried oregano (where to get it)
• 1 bay leaf (where to get it)
• Salt to taste
• ½ tsp ground black pepper (where to get it)
• ¼ cup finely chopped parsley 

Directions 

1. Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large pot. 
2. Add the sliced carrots, celery and onion. Saute until the vegetables are tender. It will take about 8 minutes covered with a lid, while stirring occasionally on a medium low flame. 
3. Next add 1 tbsp each of finely chopped garlic and ginger. Stir fry for 2 minutes until fragrant. 
4. Add 1 cup of chicken broth, and the spices: salt, black pepper, thyme, oregano and a bay leaf.
5. Bring it to a boil and cook for 5 minutes. 
6. Next add your noodles and cook for an additional 10 minutes until the noodles are soft. 
7. Add the shredded chicken and parsley. Cook for about 3 minutes. 
8. Turn off the heat, check for salt and seasoning and adjust if needed. 
9. Discard the bay leaf and serve hot in a bowl.

Note: You can throw everything in an Instant Pot and cook everything faster and easier, if you’d like! 

6.    Shakshuka (Poached Eggs Served in a Hearty Tomato Pepper Sauce)

Ingredients 

• 2 eggs 
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (where to get it)
• 1 small onion, chopped 
• ½ red bell pepper, chopped 
• 1 garlic clove, finely minced 
• 1 tbsp tomato paste (where to get it)
• ½ can crushed tomatoes 
• 1 teaspoon parsley, finely chopped 
• ¼ tsp ground black pepper (where to get it)
• ¼ cup crumbled feta 
• ¼ tsp smoked paprika (where to get it)
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (where to get it)
• ¼ tsp ground cumin (where to get it)
• ¼ tsp sea salt (where to get it)
• Whole grain bread (where to get it) or whole wheat tortillas (where to get it)

Directions 

1. Begin by preheating the oven to 375 F. 
2. In a medium sized skillet, warm the oil over medium heat. 
3. Once hot, add onion, bell pepper and salt. Stir and cook for 4 minutes till the onion are look glassy. 
4. Add the garlic, tomato paste, paprika, red pepper flakes and cumin powder. Stir well and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant. 
5. Pour in ½ a can of crushed tomatoes and add the parsley. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes. 
6. Turn off the heat and season with salt and pepper as per your taste. 
7. Now use the back of a spoon to make a well near the perimeter and crack an egg directly into it. Repeat with the other egg. Sprinkle a little salt and pepper over the eggs. 
8. Carefully transfer the skillet to the oven and bake in your preheated oven for 8 to 12 minutes. 
9. Turn off the heat and top with crumbled feta. 
10. Serve with whole grain bread or whole wheat tortillas on the side.  

7.    Vegetarian Braised Chickpeas with Kale

Ingredients 

• 1 can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (where to get it)
• 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped 
• 1 jar of your favorite marinara sauce (where to get it)
• 2 cups swiss chard
• 2 tsp smoked paprika *optional (where to get it)
• 2 cups kale, finely chopped
• Salt, to taste
• Whole grain bread slices 

Directions 

1. Heat 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. 
2. Next add the drained chickpeas and cook for 2 minutes while stirring. 
3. Add the garlic and paprika and stir for another two minutes until fragrant. 
4. Now is the time to pour in the jarred marinara sauce and simmer until the sauce begins to thicken. This may take about 10 minutes. 
5. Add 2 cups of kale and stir. When the kale has wilted and is cooked, then turn off heat. Adjust salt & seasonings.
6. Serve over whole grain bread.

I hope you will try any of these easy PCOS dinner recipes and come share your thoughts! 

Also Check Out

• 7 Healthy PCOS Lunch Recipes
• 10 PCOS-Friendly Breakfast Ideas
• PCOS Friendly Breakfast Smoothie