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

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  • harlylena
    harlylena Posts: 125 Member
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    Bump! Thank you for sharing! Need to come back later...
  • stephabef
    stephabef Posts: 936 Member
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    Bump! Just got a crockpot today.
  • laurajplus4
    laurajplus4 Posts: 25 Member
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    Bump for later :)
  • ericalynn82279
    ericalynn82279 Posts: 54 Member
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    Sounds yummy! thanks
  • Hearts_2015
    Hearts_2015 Posts: 12,031 Member
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    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: 12,031 Member
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    **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: 12,031 Member
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    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: 56
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    Love this thread. Going to try some of these delicious meals this coming weekend. ;)
  • aghack
    aghack Posts: 107 Member
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    Bump
  • AlexysM
    AlexysM Posts: 4
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  • Hearts_2015
    Hearts_2015 Posts: 12,031 Member
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    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
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  • Hearts_2015
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  • onmyway1101
    onmyway1101 Posts: 103 Member
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    bump for later
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  • jackielovestolaugh
    jackielovestolaugh Posts: 7
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    Love everyone's ideas!! Thank you!
  • vguynes
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  • Sheila_Ann
    Sheila_Ann Posts: 365 Member
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    bumping!
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  • ShanniLee
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    BUMP for breakfast tomorrow :)

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