Weight Watchers Salsa Chicken

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Weight Watchers Salsa Chicken is a nutritious and tasty recipe that is suitable for every person finding a flavorful and wholesome supper. Due to its high protein content (35 grams) and low carb points (16 grams), this recipe is a good pick for anyone on the Weight Watchers diet. This dish is prepared with boneless chicken, salsa, diced tomatoes, and black beans. The main attraction of this dish is salsa, which gives a spicy and flavorful boost. The diced canned tomatoes provide a sweet and tangy flavor. This Weight Watchers Salsa Chicken can be ready ahead of time. This dish combines different flavors such as zesty, sweet, sour, and juicy making this chicken more flavorful. Let’s create this dish at home with the cooking directions (discussed below).

EQUIPMENT:

  • One Mixing bowl
  • One spoon
  • A sharp knife
  • Crockpot
  • Chopping board
  • Forks
  • Instant pot

INGREDIENTS:

  • Boneless chicken 2 pounds
  • Salsa 3/4 cup
  • Black beans 1 can, approx. 15 oz.
  • Corn 1 can
  • Dice tomatoes 1 can, approx. 15 oz.
  • Half a teaspoon of garlic powder
  • Cumin 1/2 tsp

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, drain the extra water from the canned corn and black beans.
  2. Next, add corn, black beans, salsa, cumin, diced tomatoes, and garlic powder to a bowl.
  3. Mix all ingredients with a spoon. The marination of chicken is ready.
  4. Next, cut the chicken breast into small pieces or strips with a knife.
  5. Add this chicken to the spices bowl. Marinate it well with the spices and set aside for forty to ninety minutes.
  6. We prepare the chicken in two methods.

Crockpot:

  1. Place the crock pot on a medium flame and mist it with cooking spray to avoid stickiness.
  2. Next, add marinated chicken to this pot. Cook it for 4 to 6 minutes.
  3. After that, close the pot with its cap (lid). Simmer this chicken for three to five hours on a slow flame.
  4. After five hours, shift the cooked chicken on a chopping board.
  5. Cut the cooked chicken into small thread-like slices with a fork.
  6. The juicy Weight Watchers Salsa Chicken is ready.

Instant pot:

  1. Add marinated chicken to an instant pot.
  2. Simmer it on a moderate flame for 3 to 6 minutes or until it is lightly golden brown.
  3. Then, wrap up the instant pot and cook it for 17 to 20 minutes.
  4. After 20 minutes, uncover the instant pot to release its steam.
  5. Next, chop the chicken into fine pieces with a fork.
  6. If preferred, sprinkle black pepper and salt.
  7. The tasty chicken salsa is ready to serve.

Leftover usage of chicken salsa:

  1. We can create different dishes with the leftover chicken, or use it as a stuffing mentioned below.
  2. Use chicken as a stuffing in corn tortilla tacos with red onion, sliced tomatoes, and avocado.
  3. Pair it well with burritos bowl, nachos, enchiladas, or taquitos.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

  • You can serve the tasty and flavorful chicken with easy corn salad, cilantro lime rice, Mexican street rice, quick chipotle pinto beans, Mexican cauliflower rice, or instant pot Mexican rice.

TIPS:

Chicken:

  • Use low-fat and boneless chicken to reduce the calorie count.

Salsa:

  • Select low-sodium salsa to lower the sodium amount.

Spicy:

  • Add some heat by adding diced serrano peppers or jalapenos.

Cilantro:

  • To enhance the flavor and freshness, use fresh cilantro.

Seasonings:

  • Try this recipe with a variety of seasonings such as Chile powder, cumin, and garlic powder.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

Fridge:

  • Store the salsa chicken in an airtight box and refrigerate it for 5 to 6 days.

Freezer:

  • You can save it in a closed vessel and freeze it for three to four months.

Reheating:

  • Rewarm the chilled chicken to a microwave oven or nonstick pan.

FAQs:

Does this chicken salsa recipe work with frozen chicken breasts?

  • You can use frozen chicken but remember to defrost it first and use paper towels to pat dry before cooking.

Which type of salsa is ideal for this recipe?

  • A chunky, low-sodium salsa works well for this recipe. Additionally, you can use homemade pico de gallo or salsa.

Can I use other kinds of protein-rich meat?

  • You can use any kind of protein meat in this dish, but be aware that it might change the point value.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING AMOUNT:

Per Serving Size 1/2 cup
Total Quantity 6 servings
Total Calories 249 kcal
Carbohydrates 16 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Protein 35 g
Sugar 4 g
Total Fat 5 g
Iron 1.1 mg
Sodium 405 mg

The Weight Watchers Points Per Recipe Serving is zero (0)