Creamy Chicken Stew Crock Pot Recipe

The perfect low calorie chicken stew recipe for Fall, this tasty dish makes you forget you are a Weight Watcher. The creamy sauce and fresh herbs make this delicious stew a real treat. And at just 4 Points + per cup, it’s a pretty good bargain.

Preparation time: 30 minute(s)

Cooking time: 4 hour(s)

Diet tags: Reduced fat, Reduced carbohydrate, High protein

Number of servings (yield): 8

Culinary tradition: USA (General)

Entire recipe makes 8 servings
Serving size is 1 cup
Each serving = 4 Points +

PER SERVING: 200 calories; 4 g fat; 12 g carbohydrates; 25 g protein; 2 g fiber ]]> http://www.laaloosh.com/2011/09/28/creamy-chicken-stew-crock-pot-recipe/feed/ 2 http://www.laaloosh.com/2011/08/08/light-seafood-gumbo-recipe/ http://www.laaloosh.com/2011/08/08/light-seafood-gumbo-recipe/#comments Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:00:54 +0000 LaaLoosh http://www.laaloosh.com/?p=5071

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If you want to indulge in a huge, 2 cup serving of a traditional Seafood Gumbo Recipe for just 4 Points +, you came to the right place today! Loaded with all the well-loved flavors of a Louisiana Gumbo, this light and healthy version skips a lot of excess fat and calories while still maintaining an amazing taste. With shrimp and crab being so low calorie and high in protein, it wasn’t too hard to make this a Weight Watchers friendly recipe. As with all traditional gumbos, the base is a roux that is slowly browned, and adds wonderful texture and flavor to the dish.

Light Seafood Gumbo Recipe

This delicious, low calorie Seafood Gumbo is an African influence to Louisiana cuisine, and is incredibly filling, for just 4 Points + per serving. Serve this hearty dish as any low calorie lunch or dinner and enjoy its fresh and fabulous flavors.

Preparation time: 10 minute(s)

Cooking time: 30 minute(s)

Diet type: Pescatarian

Diet tags: Low calorie, Reduced fat, Reduced carbohydrate, High protein

Number of servings (yield): 4

Culinary tradition: USA (Southern)

*For added bulk without adding any additional calories or Points +, try stirring in some 0 calorie Okra from Miracle Noodle!

Entire recipe makes 4 servings
Serving size is 2 cups
Each serving = 4 Points +

PER SERVING: 186 calories; 3 g fat; 15 g carbohydrates; 26 g protein; 4 g fiber ]]> http://www.laaloosh.com/2011/08/08/light-seafood-gumbo-recipe/feed/ 1 http://www.laaloosh.com/2011/05/10/slow-cooker-greek-chicken-stew-recipe/ http://www.laaloosh.com/2011/05/10/slow-cooker-greek-chicken-stew-recipe/#comments Tue, 10 May 2011 21:40:27 +0000 LaaLoosh http://www.laaloosh.com/?p=4517 Here’s another great low calorie crock pot recipe that is not only easy, but incredibly yummy and satisfying. With each hearty serving of this Slow Cooker Chicken Recipe for Greek Stew, you get loads of flavor, but it packs on a mere 5 Points + per serving. It’s filled with delicious vegetables and covered in a tangy creamy tomato yogurt sauce with lemon essence that is soooooooo good, I want to smother everything with it! I also love that this dish tastes light and fresh, making a great spring or summer crock pot recipe. If you love Mediterranean flavors, and are looking for an easy weeknight dinner idea, give this delectable dish a try ASAP.

In the mood for some traditional soul food recipes that don’t take hours to prepare and are low in Point Total? Well this delicious, quick and easy Chicken Gumbo Recipe is sure to make you smile. Get your New Orleans grub on and use up only a 4 Point Total for a serving that’s 1 1/2 cups!! Not bad! Plus, it’s loaded with veggies and protein, so it ends up being pretty darn healthy too. Just by making a few small changes, you can enjoy this classic southern dish, for a lot less points! And though this is not and official Weight Watchers Gumbo Recipe, this is definitely a dish for all dieters to enjoy.

Low Calorie Chicken Gumbo Recipe

Ingredients:
- 1 16 oz package frozen gumbo-style vegetables(okra, peppers, onions, etc)
- 12 oz grilled chicken breast, cut into bite size pieces
- 2 ribs celery,chopped
- 1 4oz can of mild chilies
- 1 medium garlic clove, minced
- 29 oz can diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp Creole Seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tbsp all-purpose, whole wheat flour

** For an even more traditional version, add in some Miracle Noodle Orzo to substitute for rice for 0 additional Points!!!

Directions:
Spray a large skillet with nonfat cooking spray. Add garlic, celery and veggies and sauté over high heat, stirring frequently, for about 2 minutes. Add in flour and cook 1 minute more. Stir in tomatoes, chicken, bay leaf, salt, pepper and Creole seasoning. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently for about 6-7 minutes.

Entire recipe makes 4 servings
Serving size is 1 ½ cups
Each serving = 4 Point Total

Cuban Pork Crock Pot Stew Recipe

Ingredients:
- 1 lb lean pork loin, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 large green pepper, chopped
- 1 red pepper, chopped
- 14 1/2 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 1 small can green chilies
- 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 3 medium green onions
- 1 tsp table salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped cilantro
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley

Directions:
In your slow cooker, put pork, potatoes, chilies, tomatoes, peppers, garlic, orange juice, green onions, yellow onion salt, pepper, and; cover and cook on low setting for 6-8 hours.
Stir in parsley lime juice, and cilantro; cover slow cooker and cook for 10 minutes more.

Serving size = 2 cups
Each serving = 6 Point Total

When I found this Weight Watchers Beef Stew Recipe for the crock pot, I literally was drooling. Though I initially thought it was just a traditional beef and vegetable stew recipe, it’s actually a classic Jewish recipe for Tzimmes! I’ve had Tzimmes before, but I’ve never had it prepared with the beef and vegetables so I was so excited to give it a try, and YOWSA!! IT WAS SO YUMMY!! Hearty and delicious, this Weight Watchers Recipe for Beef Stew is an incredibly filling meal, and with 8 Weight Watcher Points per serving, it’s much lower in calories than most stews. Try serving this stew up with a tasty 0 Points Salad for a complete and tasty meal! But keep in mind that it will also make a wonderful Passover Recipe and/or Hanukkah Recipe! This Weight Watchers crock pot recipe offers a truly unique and delicious take on beef stew by adding in some non traditional ingredients like prunes, cinnamon and honey – and it is definitely worth trying!

Weight Watchers Beef Stew Crock Pot Recipe

Ingredients:
- 7 oz frozen chopped onions, about 2 cups
- 3 pounds raw, lean beef brisket, trimmed, boneless, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 large garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-size chunks
- 1/2 pound baby carrots, cut in half if large
- 8 small uncooked new potatoes, cut in half (unpeeled)
- 16 prunes, pitted
- 4 tbsp fresh lemon juice, divided (from 2 small lemons)
- 5 tsp honey, divided
- 1 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup beef broth

NOTES: You can substitute dried apricots for the prunes if you prefer.
For a stew with thicker gravy, spoon 1 tablespoon of flour into a cup and stir in 1/4 cup of the tzimmes liquid until the mixture is lump-free. Add the flour mixture to the slow cooker, cover and cook on low for 10 minutes. (Adding the flour does not affect the recipe’s POINTS value.)

Directions:
Place onion, beef, garlic, sweet potatoes, carrots, new potatoes, prunes, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of honey in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Add salt, pepper, cinnamon and broth; stir well.
Cook on low setting for 7 to 8 hours. About 5 minutes before serving, stir in remaining 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and remaining 2 teaspoons of honey; cover and cook on low for 5 minutes.

Entire Recipe makes 8 servings
Serving size is 1 ½ cups
Each serving = 8 Weight Watchers Points

Weight Watchers Crock Pot Recipes are my favorite recipes to make…they are SO easy and taste SO amazingly good. And they are low in Weight Watchers Points, so it helps keep me on track to reach my weight loss goals. This fabulously yummy Canadian Bacon and Potato Chowder Slow Cooker Recipe is a perfect addition to any Weight Watcher Meal Plan. With just 3 Points per serving and tons of fiber and protein, it’s very filling, so you won’t be so hungry a few hours later. What I like to do with these crock pot recipes is separate out the individual portions and freeze them, that way, when I need a meal really fast and am too lazy to make anything, I can easily reheat one of these servings for a quick and tasty meal. This particular dish tastes really good reheated because the flavor of the bacon just oozes into the creamy broth…mmmmm!! This Potato and Bacon Stew Recipe is really so delicious that the whole family will love it — and they’ll have no idea it’s a Weight Watchers Recipe! Enjoy.

Weight Watchers Potato and Bacon Chowder Slow Cooker Recipe

Ingredients:
- 2 cups potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 1 cup leeks, chopped, white part only
- 1 medium garlic clove, minced
- 4 cups fat-free chicken broth
- 1/2 cup uncooked barley
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme, crushed
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 oz Canadian-style bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup(s) fat-free evaporated milk
- 2 oz fat-free half-and-half

Directions:
In a slow cooker, combine potatoes, carrots, leek, garlic, broth, barley, bay leaf, thyme, pepper and bacon; cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
Stir in evaporated milk and half-and-half; heat through, uncovered, about 10 minutes.

Serving size is 1 2/3 cup
Each serving = 3 Weight Watchers Points

Who doesn’t love a rich and hearty beef stew? Unfortunately, the average beef stew recipe is loaded with excess fat and calories and is pretty much off the menu when it comes to dieting. But for a tasty, yet diet-friendly beef stew, try this beef stew crock pot recipe. So fast and easy to make! And the great thing is, this “manly meal”, is sure to satisfy any hungry fellow, but he’ll never know that it’s a low calorie stew and only 6 Weight Watchers Points!

Crockpot Beef Stew Recipe

Ingredients:
1 pound beef stew meat — cubed, 1″
8 teaspoons McCormick Beef Stew seasoning — (1/2 package)
15 ounces green beans, fresh or frozen
15 ounces canned black beans (1 can)
15 ounces peas, fresh or frozen
15 ounces corn, fresh or frozen
1 medium onion, diced
2 large carrots sliced
3 cups water
Garnish with fresh chives

* If you can not find McCormick Beef Stew seasoning use another brand of seasoning or use your own favorite spices i.e.: salt, pepper, garlic, or onion soup mix :)

Directions:
Put in a crock pot and simmer all day (about 8 hours or so).You just can’t get any easier that that!

Makes 8 servings.

1 serving = 6 Weight Watchers Points (6 WW Points)

This is a fabulous chicken stew recipe for a crock pot or slow cooker. And with only 4 Weight Watchers Points, it’s hard to imagine that stew with this much flavor can be made so quickly and easily! Plus, this stew recipe is packed with mostly vegetables and meat making it high in fiber and protein, and low in carbohydrates and calorie – perfect! I also found it to be very filling. It heats up well too, so it makes a great diet friendly lunch to take to work for the next day.

Basque Style Chicken Stew Recipe

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 slices turkey bacon, Louis Rich –diced into 1/2 inch pieces
8 ounces mushroom — sliced
1 green bell pepper — cubed 1″
1 small carrot chopped or sliced
1 red bell pepper — cubed 1″
1 bunch green onions — 1/2 – 1 “chunks
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts — 1″ cubes
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon marjoram
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup fat-free chick. broth, (I use the one with 1/3 less sodium).
2 cups tomatoes, canned — 16 oz

Directions:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet; sauté bacon until browned. Add mushrooms, peppers and green onions and sauté for a minute. Add vinegar and cook 1 minute more, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Set aside. Place chicken in slow cooker. Add sautéed bacon and vegetable mixture to the pot, the olives (optional). Combine the remaining ingredients in a bowl and mix. Pour over chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 8 – 10 hours. Can serve over rice (but remember to add in the appropriate Weight Watchers Points if you do).

Serving size: (1/4 recipe)

Per Serving: 203 Calories, 8.7g Fat, 2.4g Fiber

Weight Watchers Points Value = 4 WW Points

This sausage and chicken recipes is one of my fiancé’s all time favorites. And I like cooking it because it’s an easy recipe to prepare. Not to mention it’s delicious and a big serving is only 6 Weight Watchers POINTS! Gumbo, which is a local version of French bouillabaisse, has graced every proud Louisianan table at one time or another. And this lightened up version is just as tasty as the traditional delicacy of the bayou.

TIP: This homemade gumbo recipe can be prepared with fresh vegetables for a slightly more crunchy texture.

Sausage and Chicken Gumbo Recipe

Ingredients:
6 oz uncooked boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
6 oz sausage, spicy (chicken, turkey or pork), cut into 1-inch cubes
2 sprays olive oil cooking spray
1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
10 oz frozen gumbo-style vegetables, (corn, pepper, okra and onion)
1 medium garlic clove(s), minced
1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
1 cup canned chicken broth
1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning
¼ cup of fresh parsley
1 piece bay leaf
1/8 tsp table salt
1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp dried thyme
1 medium scallion(s), green part only, chopped
1/8 tsp black pepper
Hot sauce as desired

Directions:
Start by coating a Dutch oven with cooking spray. Add the chicken and sausage and stir constantly, until lightly browned; approximately 2 minutes.
Mix in garlic and vegetables. Sauté until vegetables are thawed (if you are using frozen), or slightly tender if you are using fresh vegetables); about 5 minutes.
Next, sprinkle the mixture with flour and let cook for1 minute. Stir in chicken broth and make sure to scrape up any browned bits in bottom of Dutch oven.
Add in the crushed tomatoes, salt and pepper, thyme and bay leaf, thyme, parsley, Cajun seasoning and Worcestershire sauce; simmer for 5 minutes. Remove bay leaf. Divide evenly into 4 bowls, sprinkle with scallions and serve.

Each serving has about 1 1/4 cups of the sausage and chicken gumbo recipe.

Weight Watchers Points Value = 6 (WW POINTS)