Lunch: Curried Chicken-Rice Salad Recipe | Myrecipes

Crisp Gala apple and crunchy celery give this nutrient-rich salad an extra dimension of tantalizing texture and color. An excellent source of vitamin C, celery helps strengthen the immune system.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Cranberries, Brown Rice

Health and fertility benefits of Curried Chicken-Rice Salad Recipe | Myrecipes

Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen Researchers believe that cranberries contain substances that prevent infection-causing bacteria from sticking to the urinary tract walls. However, store-bought cranberry juice is typically all sugar - so make sure to stick with straight cranberries. Brown rice is a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

Ingredients

1 (10-ounce) package frozen microwaveable brown rice (such as Birds Eye)
1 cup vanilla fat-free yogurt
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups chopped cooked chicken breast (about 1 pound)
1 1/2 cups chopped Gala apple (about 1 medium)
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup cherry-flavored sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins)
Green leaf lettuce leaves (optional)

Instructions

Prepare rice according to package directions. Spread rice in a shallow pan; place in freezer 8 to 10 minutes.
While rice chills, combine yogurt, curry powder, and salt in a large bowl. Add chicken and next 3 ingredients to yogurt mixture, stirring until coated.
Stir chilled rice into chicken mixture. Spoon chicken salad onto lettuce leaves, if desired.

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