Crusted Butternut Squash Recipe
By Wendy
Recently, I came across the original version of this Crusted Butternut Squash Recipe at Sprouted Kitchen.
And even though it’s the middle of summer, I suddenly was overcome with a desire for this fall recipe. I made just a few tweaks, and was thrilled with how ridiculously delicious this butternut squash recipe was!
The savory, seasoned breadcrumb mixture was the perfect accent to the mild, slightly sweet squash. This made a beautiful Weight Watchers side dish recipe that was not only lovely but absolutely delicious and a fantastic way to get in a healthy veggie serving.
I love the idea of serving it for the fall, but it was so darn good, I don’t think I can wait that long to have it again!
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Cilantro Lime Chicken Recipe – 4 Points
By Wendy
I’m often asked how I have the time to cook so many healthy, low calorie meals, while still managing to have a life. I totally get that food shopping, food prep, and cooking can be very time consuming and tedious at times. So, one of the things I like to do when I have a busy week ahead, is to cook up this Cilantro Lime Chicken, and store it in the fridge or freezer. It’s one of my basic, staple, go-to chicken recipes that is super easy to make and can be used in many different ways. This way, I have chicken that’s light, healthy, and ready to go when I need to put together a meal quickly. It’s so incredibly flavorful, and works wonderfully in a variety of Weight Watchers Recipes. Use it for wraps, on salads, in soups, or over rice and beans…it’s incredibly versatile. I will often make double or triple the recipe and serve some as dinner one night too. it’s really SO delicious, and having it readily available to me on the days that I don’t feel like/don’t have the time to cook, is a HUGE key to successfully keeping me on track. And with the 4th of July coming up this Friday, I’m planning on using this recipe with whole chicken breasts, thighs, and drumsticks to cook on the grill! Much healthier than traditional burgers and hot dogs, this Cilantro Lime Chicken would make a fantastic Weight Watchers Fourth of July Recipe.
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Lemonade Cupcakes – 5 Points
By Wendy
Back in May, I put together an awesome Weight Watchers Dessert Recipe for a super fabulous blog, It Sux to Be Fat. If you haven’t ever had a chance to read her blog, Jennifer Swafford provides an open and honest dialogue there that covers Weight Loss, Exercise, Recipes, and Nutrition.
Zucchini Miso Ponzu Noodles Recipe – 3 Points
By Wendy
With all the summer zucchini so readily available and cheap, I’m all about creating some delicious new Weight Watchers Zucchini Recipes. I came across the original version of this Zucchini Miso Ponzu Noodles Recipe at Inspiralized.com and couldn’t wait to give it a try!
I was so eager to whip out my Veggetti again and get this dish made, that I didn’t even make a trip to the store to grab some snap peas and bell peppers…I just made it with the zucchini and carrots.
It was still delicious, but next time, I’ll add the other veggies and maybe even the baked tofu that the original version uses. But keeping it simple was great, and the zucchini noodles turned out perfectly. Tangy, salty and a bit sweet, the miso ponzu sauce was excellent, and using zucchini instead of carb-heavy noodles kept this Weight Watchers recipe very light and low in Points. This dish is a must try!
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Baked Buffalo Chicken Taquitos Recipe – 6 Points
By Wendy
As I’ve mentioned time and time again on this blog, I am obsessed with Buffalo Chicken anything. And I’m always experimenting with new healthy, and low calorie ways to get my craving satisfied.
Over the years, I’ve created a variety of Buffalo Chicken Weight Watchers Recipes, but these Baked Buffalo Chicken Taquitos are topping my list right now. Holy Moly they were good. A bit spicy for the kids, but my husband and I TORE THESE UP!
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Roasted Middle Eastern Chicken with Potatoes Recipe
By Wendy
It’s amazing how spices can really make an impact on a meal. Take this Roasted Middle Eastern Chicken with Potatoes Recipe, for example. It’s really just a simple dish of chicken and potatoes, but the blend of Middle Eastern spice combination turns this basic recipe into something absolutely mouthwatering.
To keep this dish light, I calculated the nutritional stats based on only using chicken breasts. But if you want to spend an extra Point or two, use a variety of chicken cuts – thighs, drumsticks…whatever you’d like. The potatoes pick up all the flavors of the spices and the juice from the chicken, so they are heavenly. And the tomatoes help add a touch of acidity to bring everything together.
This is a SUPER easy Weight Watchers Chicken recipe with minimum prep, and my family absolutely loves it. Enjoy!
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Spinach and Mushroom Quesadilla Recipe – 4 Points
By Wendy
Cheese is, without a doubt, my most favorite food in the world. I eat it in all forms and varieties, and am always finding delicious ways to incorporate it into my Weight Watchers recipes. This Spinach and Mushroom Quesadilla recipe is such a simple and basic dish that takes just minutes to make, and clocks in at just 4 Points per serving, so it’s another fantastic, low Points recipe that lets me indulge in my beloved cheese! By using a low carb tortilla, and volumizing it with lots of fresh baby spinach and sliced mushrooms, the quesadilla becomes very filling and satisfying, and also keeps the nutritional stats low enough to let me be generous with the cheese. Presented with a light soup or salad, it makes a perfect low calorie lunch. Serve with some salsa and low fat sour cream (1 extra Point) for dipping!
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Pepperoni Pizza Stuffed Chicken Recipe
By Wendy
All the delicious flavors of pepperoni pizza rolled up in a juicy chicken breast that is breaded and seasoned with Italian herbs, make this one unbelievably good Weight Watchers chicken recipe!
High in protein and lower in carbs than a slice of pizza, this high-protein version will really fuel you up. And by using a light, turkey pepperoni, I was able to really stuff that chicken with a lot of it, which tastes incredible. This easy chicken dish is sure to be a family favorite. Enjoy!
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Corn and Zucchini Quiche Recipe – 2 Points
By Wendy
Quiche recipes have become something I rely on anytime I want my kids to eat eggs because this is the ONLY way they’l eat them. Fortunately, for me, making a quiche is also a perfect opportunity to create a low Points breakfast that I can also enjoy.
This Corn and Zucchini Quiche Recipe is one of the best vegetarian quiche recipes I’ve ever tried. That’s right folks – no bacon, ham, or sausage needed to make this an amazingly delicious, mouthwatering meal.
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Spicy Cucumber Salad Recipe
By Wendy
I am a spicy food fanatic. If it’s spicy, I’ll eat it. One of the good things about that is that most hot sauces/spicy seasonings are relatively low in Points, so I can use a lot of them to really flavor up my foods without adding on many if any at all, calories and Points. In fact, my vegetables are often just the vehicle for some spicy sauce or dressing that I love. And this Spicy Cucumber Salad Recipe that I’m sharing today is a pretty fantastic way to eat cucumbers.
The siracha-based dressing for this salad adds such tremendous flavor with a big kick of heat, but for just 1 Point per serving. So this is a great Weight Watchers side salad recipe that helps to fill me up without using a lot of Points.
I love this salad so much, I’ll often even throw it together for a late-night snack The crunch and the flavor help me tame that evening snack beast.
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Country Fried Chicken with Gravy Recipe
By Wendy
This Weight Watchers Chicken Recipe for Country Fried Chicken with Gravy is one of my absolute favorite dishes. That gravy….is to die for! The chicken is tenderized in a buttermilk marinade then breaded and baked for a crispy finish with tender and juicy breast meat inside.
Smothered with some of that heavenly country gravy, you’ll be lost in a fit of tastebud ecstasy! I often make this with a mix of chicken breasts, drumsticks, and thighs, since the rest of my family prefers dark meat, but I only eat the breasts to save the extra Point or two. If you want to splurge a bit, serve this over one of these Whole Wheat Buttermilk Biscuits for an extra 3 Points….it’s so good!
Just 7 Points per serving makes this classic recipe a perfect, lower-calorie Weight Watchers comfort food recipe that will have you completely forgetting that you are on a diet.
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Vegetable Alfredo Recipe – 8 Points
By Wendy
This Vegetable Alfredo was absolutely AMAZING! It’s hard to believe that something so simple could be so fantastic, but it is. The huge selection of vegetables is what makes this alfredo go from simple to stupendous. I love the variety of textures and flavors, all covered with a creamy sauce and a sprinkle of lemon zest to add an extra little burst of flavor. You can use any kind of veggies you want in this Weight Watchers Pasta Recipe, so feel free to experiment. But I highly recommend keeping the sun-dried tomatoes, as they are so amazing in this recipe. Just make sure not to use the kind packed in oil, as that will add more Points. Enjoy!
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