Why this PCOS Chicken Soup Works
As someone who manages PCOS naturally, I’m always on the lookout for recipes that fight inflammation, support digestion, and help stabilize blood sugar.
- Hormone-Supportive Ingredients: Bone broth provides gut-healing collagen, turmeric helps reduce inflammation, and brown rice offers slow-digesting carbs.
- Balanced Macros: Protein from chicken, healthy fat from olive oil, and fiber from veggies and rice support blood sugar regulation.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Makes a big batch and stores well in the fridge or freezer.
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Need another healthy soup? Try this low-carb turkey vegetable soup or slow cooker sausage lentil soup (both rich in protein and fiber!)
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Olive oil – for a healthy fat base
Garlic, onion, carrots, celery – classic soup veggies that support digestion
Ginger + turmeric – anti-inflammatory powerhouses
Fresh rosemary + thyme – for immune-boosting flavor
Bone broth or chicken broth – packed with gut-healing nutrients
Chicken or turkey breast – lean protein to stabilize blood sugar
Brown rice – complex carbs with fiber
Frozen peas – easy add-in for extra nutrients
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Sauté the base: Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add garlic, onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until soft and translucent. Stir in the herbs and spices.
- Simmer the soup: Pour in the broth and add chicken. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 25–30 minutes.
- Prep the rice: While the soup simmers, cook the brown rice.
- Shred the chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken, shred it with forks, and return it to the pot.
- Finish and serve: Add brown rice and peas. Stir and serve with extra herbs on top.
PCOS Chicken Soup
This PCOS-friendly chicken soup is loaded with anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric, ginger, and bone broth, making it a comforting and healing meal. With lean protein, fiber-rich veggies, and brown rice, it’s the perfect recipe to support hormone balance, gut health, and immunity—all in one nourishing bowl.
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Servings: 6 bowls
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 6 cloves of garlic minced
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 3 large carrots thinly sliced into rounds
- 3 celery stalks roughly chopped
- 1 Tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons freshly chopped rosemary
- 2 teaspoons freshly chopped thyme
- 6 cups bone broth or chicken broth
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1 cup frozen peas
Instructions
- Sauté the soup base (4 min): Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add garlic, onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 2–3 minutes, until softened. Stir in ginger, turmeric, salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme. Cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.1 Tablespoon olive oil, 6 cloves of garlic, 1 medium yellow onion, 3 large carrots, 3 celery stalks, 1 Tablespoon fresh grated ginger, 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 2 teaspoons freshly chopped rosemary, 2 teaspoons freshly chopped thyme
- Simmer the chicken (30 min): Pour in broth and add the chicken. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked.6 cups bone broth, 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- Cook the rice (15 min): Meanwhile, cook brown rice according to package directions or microwave 1 cup rice with 1 cup water for 7 minutes.1 cup brown rice
- Shred the chicken (3 min): Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the pot.
- Finish & serve (2 min): Stir in cooked rice and frozen peas. Heat through and serve topped with fresh herbs.1 cup frozen peas
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Notes
Meal Prep Tip: This soup is great for batch cooking. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Short on time? Use rotisserie chicken and pre-cooked frozen brown rice to cut down on prep.
Low-FODMAP option: Use garlic-infused olive oil and omit the onions, garlic, and peas.
Herb substitution: If using dried herbs, reduce to 1/3 the amount (about 1 tsp each of rosemary and thyme).
Lower carb: Swap brown rice for cauliflower rice if preferred—just stir in at the end.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 595mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 6232IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Tips and Substitutions
- Short on time? Use rotisserie chicken and pre-cooked frozen brown rice.
- No fresh herbs? Dried rosemary and thyme work too—use 1/3 the amount.
- Need low-FODMAP? Swap onion and garlic for garlic-infused olive oil and omit peas
FAQs
Can I freeze this soup?
Yes! Let it cool completely, then store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
Can I use quinoa or cauliflower instead of brown rice?
Absolutely. Just cook it separately and stir it in at the end.
How does this help with PCOS?
This soup combines lean protein, fiber, and anti-inflammatory ingredients—key for managing PCOS symptoms naturally through diet.
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3rd recipe I have made of yours and I love them all so far! I also have PCOS and am learning new eating habits because I do NOT want to take a statin. So awesome to know someone out there is making food with PCOS in mind. No one even knew what it was when I was diagnosed. Your food is so flavorfull! The flank steak stirfry was amazing also! And the pasta dish with chicken and coconut creme! Who would have thought!? You definitely are an amazing chef! Thank you!
Wow, thank you so much, Carrie! This means a lot! So glad you found me:) Stay tuned for a very special PCOS product I’m working on!
My family and i have this soup once a fortnight, full of flavour, lasts 3 of us 2 1/2 days, super low cost ingredients, love love love!
Why is it only good in the freezer for 5 days? Usually everything is good for 3 months.
Really enjoying this soup, my kids like it too! Thank you for the recipe.
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hello, i want to make this in my 2 quart pressure cooker, i’ve made a soup with 1 pound of meat and good size liquid but i’m curious how to convert this in a way to make it in my pressure cooker? I plan to cook it on high. should i use all ingredients while pressure cooking except the rice and add it when soup is done?
I was reading your question, and it’s not my business, yet why you gave 2 STARS? You make people afraid to try! I read the recipe and it’s perfect, delicious.
I love this recipe and make this about 6 to 8 times a year.
Especially during the winter months!
Immunity boost!
Gut healing!
Protein packed!
Thank you, Mike! Love that!!
Very fresh, and different, and knowing it’s Healthy I am Soooooo Pleased. I’m having a Total left hip replacement and I need too loose 18 pounds, so I’ll be trying many Healthy recipes you have. You have a Great Selection.
Thank You,
Jane Dough
Very fresh, and different, and knowing it’s Healthy I am Soooooo Pleased. I’m having a Total left hip replacement and I need too loose 18 pounds, so I’ll be trying many Healthy recipes you have. You have a Great Selection.
Thank You,
JaneDough@usa.com
I’m still learning from you, but I’m making my way to the top as well. I absolutely enjoy reading all that is posted on your site.Keep the posts coming. I enjoyed it!
I really enjoyed this soup. It hit the spot, especially on a cold day! It packed with flavor and is easy to make!
Thank you!!!
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Love a good chicken soup! Thanks for sharing!
You’re welcome! Thank you!