Santa Fe Chicken Crock Pot Recipe – 5 Point Value
I’m back! It’s been over a week now, and I apologize to all my loyal (and hungry!) readers who check in daily for new recipes. Things have been hectic at LaaLoosh headquarters lately, so I haven’t had the time to blog about all my yummy Weight Watchers Recipes! But things are starting to get back to normal now, so I should have more time to get back to blogging!
Anyway, on to today’s tasty Weight Watchers Recipe….this is another tasty and fabulous crock pot recipe, designed for the Weight Watcher who wants a an easy to make meal that’s also really good for you and low in Weight Watchers Points. Low fat, and low in Points, this dish is slow cooked with shredded chicken, beans and vegetables, so it’s loaded with fiber, protein and other nutrients. It’s also a perfect Momentum Plan Recipe! It’ll definitely fill you up so you won’t be hungry again shortly after eating. TIP: You can prepare it the night before, and then just turn your crock pot on in the morning for an easy weeknight meal. This is truly a fantastic Weight Watchers Crock Pot Recipe to keep on file. :)
Weight Watchers Santa Fe Chicken Crock Pot Recipe
Ingredients:
- 24 oz (1 1/2) lbs chicken breast
- 14.4 oz can diced tomatoes with mild green chilies
- 15 oz can black beans
- 8 oz frozen corn
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 14.4 oz can fat free chicken broth
- 3 scallions, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (to taste)
- salt to taste
NOTE: Try this slow cooker recipe over some Miracle Noodle Zero Calorie Orzo Pasta for no additional Weight Watchers Points!
Directions:
Combine chicken broth, beans, corn, tomatoes, cilantro, scallions, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, cayenne pepper and salt in the crock pot. Season chicken breast with salt and lay on top. Cook on low for 10 hours or on high for 6 hours. Half hour before serving, remove chicken and shred. Return chicken to slow cooker and stir in. Adjust salt and seasoning. Makes 8 servings.
Each serving = 5 Weight Watchers Points
This recipe was created by Gina’s WW recipes.
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March 4th, 2009 at 4:31 pm
Quick q – what is the serving size? (in case I’m not feeding 8, and just taking out a couple of servings)
Thanks!
March 4th, 2009 at 7:08 pm
It’s hard to say…the serving size will vary depending on the size/shape of the ingredients. So, the best thing to do is to figure a total of 45 Points for the whole recipe. Then, just divide the dish into as many equal sized portions as you plan on serving, and take that number and divide into 45. For example, if you divide the recipe into 5 servings, then each serving is 9 Weight Watchers Points. Because the serving size will vary, the best thing to do is just to equally divide out all the portions — even if you aren’t using them right away. You can always throw a few servings into the fridge or freezer for a fast and easy meal to reheat when you are hungry. :)
March 31st, 2009 at 7:06 am
I put this in the Weight Watcher recipe Bulder and got 7 point for 4 servings…
March 31st, 2009 at 7:55 am
The problem with the Weight Watchers Recipe Builder is that it’s accuracy can be questioned depending on the ingredients that you use. The WW Recipe Builder is very generic and does not account for the vast differences in calories, fat and fiber of the ingredients, depending on brand. Therefore, you are only getting an average Points Value based on generic nutritional info. To be certain of your exact Points value, it’s always best to calculate the nutritional data of t he ingredients you use in each of your Weight Watchers Recipe.
October 29th, 2009 at 9:46 am
just a quick question–is there anyway to modify the point value if I only used 1 lb of chicken breast?
October 29th, 2009 at 10:09 am
Yes, but you’ll have to calculate up all of the nutritional stats of each ingredient in order to get the new Weight Watchers Point Total.
November 8th, 2009 at 11:40 am
Can you please tell me if you know where can I buy the Miracle Noodle Zero Calorie Orzo Pasta in Canada I have looked into this in the past and can’t find it anywhere. Please reply to my email?
Thank you
Kara
November 10th, 2009 at 12:59 pm
Currently, Miracle noodles are only available for purchase online. :( But ask your local grocery store manager to look into ordering some for his/her store! Good luck!