Dinner: Chicken, Pasta and Spinach Soup

Warm up at lunch or dinner with this flavorful soup. It includes whole grains, lean protein and even some vegetables.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Spinach, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Chicken, Pasta and Spinach Soup

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 Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

1 (14-ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 (14.5-ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
2 ounces whole grain or multigrain pasta (such as rotini)
2 cups cooked diced chicken breast
1 cup packed baby spinach
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, combine the broth and tomatoes and their liquid and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the pasta, return to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 6 minutes or until pasta is just tender.
Remove from heat and stir in the remaining ingredients, except the cheese. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes to absorb flavors and heat through. Serve topped with cheese.
Choices: 1 starch, 3 lean meat, 1 fat

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