Low Cal Tortilla Chips?

Runnermadre
Runnermadre Posts: 267 Member
edited September 2024 in Food and Nutrition
I have learned since I started MFP about a month and a half ago how to make a lot of my favorite things a little healthier, and as a result, I've been able to lose 10 lbs so far! One thing I miss is a recipe I used to make quite frequently that calls for some tortilla chips. I've avoided it because they have so many calories. Does anyone know of a low cal tortilla chip or a good substitute? I would LOVE to hear!

Thanks!

By the way, I don't know how to put a "signature" on my posts, but here's my info:

SW: 146 (5' 5")
GW: 130
CW: 136

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  • JennsLosing
    JennsLosing Posts: 1,026 Member
    you could get some corn tortillas and bake em yourself...i dont know how many calories that would save though
  • JennsLosing
    JennsLosing Posts: 1,026 Member
    you could get some corn tortillas and bake em yourself...i dont know how many calories that would save though
    cut em up to chip size though of course
  • BreeWilder
    BreeWilder Posts: 133 Member
    The baked Tostitos scoops aren't bad. They aren't great but if they are covered with some thing or in something they do.
  • Tree72
    Tree72 Posts: 942 Member
    I like the chips by Guiltless Gourmet. You can see the nutrition information here: http://www.guiltlessgourmet.com/products/chips/yellowcorn.php to see if they'd work for you. They're nice and crisp and the sodium is reasonable too.
  • shannonshock13
    shannonshock13 Posts: 355 Member
    i love the baked tostitios!! I think they taste good by themselves, but i was never really a chip fan.
  • Runnermadre
    Runnermadre Posts: 267 Member
    Thanks everyone! I bought the baked Tostitos last night to have with that recipe. I still makes one serving come out to about 420 - 450 calories, but it was worth it. :-) I figure if I pair it with some veggies, it's not too bad. By the way, the recipe is really easy and yummy.

    Chicken Taco Rice

    Ingredients:

    12-16 oz boneless skinless chicken breast
    1 can low sodium chicken broth
    1 can tomato sauce
    1 packet taco seasoning
    1.5 cups instant brown rice
    1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

    Cook chicken breast in a little water until opaque, and cut into bite size pieces. Add tomato sauce, chicken broth, and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes. Add rice, cover, and remove from heat. Let stand 10 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Sprinkle with cheese, and serve with chips.

    Serves 4
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