HEALTHY & LOW-CAL crockpot/slow-cooker recipes here:)

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  • Hearts_2015
    Hearts_2015 Posts: 12,032 Member
    **Easy Slow Cooker Refried Beans**

    By 100 Days of Real Food
    http://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2011/08/29/recipe-easy-slow-cooker-refried-beans/

    (Adapted from allrecipes.com)


    I think I might be a little late getting on this bandwagon, but refried beans with melted cheese on a warm homemade whole-wheat tortilla is the bomb! Oh and don’t forget to top it with a little sour cream (plain Greek Yogurt is even better!). I seriously cannot believe I am just figuring out how good this combination is. The reason why though is because I didn’t think I liked refried beans. That’s what happens when you only try them out of a can. But much like the difference between store-bought and homegrown tomatoes…homemade refried beans are light-years beyond the canned stuff! And with this super easy recipe below there is no excuse not to make them yourself.

    I am even going to pull out a bullet point list to tell you all the reasons why I like this recipe so much:

    - Beans in general are super cheap and a good source of protein
    - You don’t have to soak these dried beans overnight (which I often forget to do)
    - They are sooo easy to make you could even do it with one hand tied behind your back
    - You can freeze the leftovers for another day
    - And for me, since I don’t normally love beans for textural reasons, this mashed up version is the perfect way to make them extra good

    Ingredients

    •1 onion, peeled and halved
    •2 cups dry pinto beans, rinsed
    •½ fresh jalapeno or other hot pepper, seeded and chopped
    •2 cloves garlic, minced
    •¾ teaspoons salt
    •½ teaspoon black pepper
    •One big pinch of cumin
    •6 cups water

    Directions

    1.Combine all ingredients in slow cooker.
    2.Cook on high for 8 hours or overnight while you are sleeping.
    3.Remove the bigger onion chunks and drain the excess liquid. If desired, save excess liquid until the final product is desired consistency.
    4.Mash remaining beans with a potato masher and voila! You have homemade refried beans.
  • BigPapaGato
    BigPapaGato Posts: 96 Member
    Awesome thread!
  • Hearts_2015
    Hearts_2015 Posts: 12,032 Member
    CROCK POT “ROTISSERIE” CHICKEN

    1 whole roasting chicken
    4 Potatoes
    Seasonings( Lawry’s Season Salt was suggested) or season as preferred with healthier choices.

    Wrap potatoes in foil. Place in bottom of crock pot.

    Lightly spray chicken with Olive Oil Pam. Season as desired.

    Place chicken, breast side down, on top of potatoes.

    Cook on HIGH 4 hours. (or you can increase the time if cooking on low)

    Now how much easier does it get than this?!:tongue::smokin:
  • redbird99
    redbird99 Posts: 298 Member
    bump and thanks!
  • fragilegoat
    fragilegoat Posts: 26 Member
    ba-bump.
  • momnorg
    momnorg Posts: 40 Member
    LOve this idea for a site. Will check back alot.
  • maryrr88
    maryrr88 Posts: 76 Member
    Bump!
  • mydeloo78
    mydeloo78 Posts: 328 Member
    Black Bean Salsa chicken

    1 pkg boneless skinless chicken breasts (can be frozen or fresh)
    2 (15oz) canned white corn , rinsed.
    1 can Black Beans Rinsed
    1 can White Kidney Beans Rinsed
    1 large jar salsa

    Put all ingredients in the crockpot, cook on high 4-5 hrs or low 8-10 or whenever you can easily shred the chicken (obviously longer if using frozen chicken!). Cals are around 280 per 1cup serving. Sodium is high on this recipe (about 1300mg per serving) so not good if you are watching your sodium. However, super yummy and super filling! There are lots of variations, you can also leave out the white beans, add in 1/2cup brown rice and 2c chicken broth for a variation.
  • Hearts_2015
    Hearts_2015 Posts: 12,032 Member
    **Slow Cooker Beef Barley Stew**

    Ingredients:

    1.5 lbs beef stew meat
    1 cup pearl barley
    1 large onion, chopped
    1 green pepper, chopped
    5 medium carrots, chopped
    1 14oz. can diced tomatoes
    48oz. beef stock – more if needed (low or no sodium works fine)
    5 sprigs of fresh thyme – leaves pulled off the stem
    2 teaspoons salt
    1 teaspoon pepper

    Directions:

    Stir all ingredients together in a large slow cooker. Cook on low for 8 hours. If it looks as though there is not enough liquid, stir in some extra water or beef stock.

    http://www.whatmegansmaking.com/
  • Stefanie7125
    Stefanie7125 Posts: 462 Member
    bump
  • harlylena
    harlylena Posts: 125 Member
    Bump! Thank you for sharing! Need to come back later...
  • stephabef
    stephabef Posts: 936 Member
    Bump! Just got a crockpot today.
  • laurajplus4
    laurajplus4 Posts: 25 Member
    Bump for later :)
  • ericalynn82279
    ericalynn82279 Posts: 54 Member
    Sounds yummy! thanks
  • Hearts_2015
    Hearts_2015 Posts: 12,032 Member
    More Crockpot Information - Converting Recipes to Slow cooker - Crock pot Hints and Tips

    http://busycooks.about.com:80/library/weekly/aa022103a.htm

    :happy:
  • Hearts_2015
    Hearts_2015 Posts: 12,032 Member
    **Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Soup**
    Skinnytaste.com

    Servings: 6 • Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups + cheese

    Calories: 260.9
    Fat: 6.6 g
    Protein: 25.4 g
    Carb: 29.9 g
    Fiber: 6.7 g
    Sugar: 4.1 g
    Sodium: 572 mg (without salt)

    Ingredients:

    2 tsp olive oil
    1/2 cup onion, chopped
    3 cloves garlic, minced
    3 cups low sodium fat-free chicken broth
    8 oz can tomato sauce
    1-2 tsp chipotle chili in adobo sauce (or more to taste)
    1/4 cup chopped cilantro (plus more for garnish)
    15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
    14.5 oz can petite diced tomatoes
    2 cups frozen corn
    1 tsp cumin
    1/2 tsp dried oregano
    2 8 oz skinless chicken breasts (16 oz total)
    1/4 cup chopped scallions, for topping
    3/4 cup shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese
    fat free sour cream (optional)

    Directions:

    Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until soft, 3-4 minutes. Slowly add the chicken broth, tomato sauce and chipotle adobo sauce and bring to a boil. Add cilantro and remove from heat. Pour into crock pot.

    To the Crockpot, add drained beans, diced tomatoes, corn, cumin, oregano and stir. Add the chicken breasts; cover and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours.

    Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Add chicken back into the soup, adjust salt and cumin to taste. Serve in bowls and top with fat free sour cream, cheese, scallions and cilantro. You can also top with avocado or crushed tortilla chips. Enjoy!

    http://www.skinnytaste.com/2011/12/crock-pot-chicken-enchilada-soup.html#more
  • Hearts_2015
    Hearts_2015 Posts: 12,032 Member
    Crock Pot Chicken a la Criolla
    Skinnytaste.com

    Criolla (literally creole) is a Spanish word widely used to describe Caribbean or Hispanic cuisine. In this simple yet flavorful dish, boneless skinless chicken thighs are stewed in the slow cooker with bell peppers, onions, garlic, tomatoes, olives, cilantro and spices.

    Servings: 5
    Size: 2 thighs + vegetables & sauce

    Calories: 211
    Fat: 6.2 g
    Protein: 28.8 g
    Carb: 9.9 g
    Fiber: 1.9 g
    Sugar: 2.1 g
    Sodium: 447 mg (without salt)

    Ingredients:

    10 (2 lbs) skinless boneless chicken thighs, fat trimmed
    1 small onion, diced
    1 garlic clove, crushed
    1 bell pepper, chopped or sliced
    4 plum tomatoes
    2 tbsp alcaparrado or pitted spanish olives
    8 oz can tomato sauce
    1/4 tsp oregano
    1/4 tsp cumin
    salt to taste
    1-2 bay leaf
    1/4 cup chopped cilantro (plus 2 tbsp more for serving)

    Directions:

    Place chicken, onion, garlic, pepper and tomatoes in the crock pot. Season with salt, cumin and oregano. Mix well so everything is seasoned


    http://www.skinnytaste.com/2012/01/crock-pot-chicken-la-criolla.html
  • slimgal613
    slimgal613 Posts: 52 Member
    Love this thread. Going to try some of these delicious meals this coming weekend. ;)
  • aghack
    aghack Posts: 107 Member
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  • AlexysM
    AlexysM Posts: 4 Member
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  • Hearts_2015
    Hearts_2015 Posts: 12,032 Member
    Crockpot Creamy Taco Soup

    Mix this lean muscle-building recipe into your menu a couple times a week and you should be on your way to reaching your goals in no time!

    (SERVES 7)
    3/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
    1 15-oz can 50% less sodium white beans, rinsed and drained
    1 15-oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
    1 4-oz can diced green chills
    1 15-oz can diced tomatoes

    1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
    1 cup frozen or fresh corn
    1 1/2 pounds shredded precooked chicken breast

    2 tbsp fresh squeezed lime
    1 clove garlic, minced
    1/2 tsp onion powder
    1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
    1/2 tsp smoked paprika
    1 tsp chili powder
    1 tsp cumin
    1 tbsp dried cilantro
    2 tsp Mrs. Dash Fiesta Lime Seasoning Blend

    1/ Place 1/2 cup broth and white beans in a blender and puree. Add yogurt and blend again. Pour liquid into slow cooker.

    2/ Add remaining ingredients and stir well.

    3/ Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or on low for 4-5 hours.

    Note: Be sure to rinse and drain black beans and chicken well before adding to slow cooker.

    Nutrition Facts (per serving): Calories 275, Fat 2 g, Saturated fat 1 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Sodium 401 mg, Carbohydrates 36 g, Dietary Fiber 11 g, Sugars 7 g, Protein 32 g

    http://www.muscleandfitnesshers.com/recipes/creamy-taco-soup
  • amonkey794
    amonkey794 Posts: 651 Member
    buuump
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    Hearts_2015 Posts: 12,032 Member
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    onmyway1101 Posts: 103 Member
    bump for later
  • lyndseykocher
    lyndseykocher Posts: 7 Member
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  • jackielovestolaugh
    jackielovestolaugh Posts: 7
    Love everyone's ideas!! Thank you!
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    vguynes Posts: 753 Member
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  • Sheila_Ann
    Sheila_Ann Posts: 365 Member
    bumping!
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    purple_orchid Posts: 129 Member
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  • ShanniLee
    ShanniLee Posts: 69
    BUMP for breakfast tomorrow :)
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