Dinner

Pizza is always a hit at our house, and this Skinny Chicken Alfredo Pizza has become one of our son’s favorites.  It’s easy to customize with more veggies if you want, or just like it is.  And, using the homemade dough that is easy to make, you’ll find it lower in points and a perfect option for staying satisfied while still eating healthier on the Weight Watchers program.

Skinny Chicken Alfredo Pizza

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Making a great homemade pizza is one of the best ways to save on calories and points while still enjoying the food you love.  For years, I have picked the alfredo flavored sauces on pizzas, but it can be so heavy in calories and fat.  While I prefer completely homemade, the use of a light bottled alfredo sauce really makes a difference in this case.  It’s simple, easy, and does the trick for low points!

Ingredients for Skinny Chicken Alfredo Pizza

1/2-1 cup diced cooked chicken

1/2 cup Light Alfredo Sauce (We have used both Prego Light Alfredo and Classico Light Alfredo with similar points)

1 cup low-fat part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded

1/4-1/2 cup baby spinach

1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt

1 1/4- 1 1/2 cups flour

1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

1/8 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Directions for Skinny Chicken Alfredo Pizza

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

In a large bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, flour, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.  This will create a sticky dough.  You will start with 1 1/4 cups flour and can add 1 1/2 cups flour to help dough form if needed.

Spread dough over pizza pan or baking sheet.  We used a traditional 11″x17″ baking sheet.  It will take work to pat down and spread dough to fit into the pan, and the dough will be thin.

Using a spoon, spread the Alfredo sauce over the dough.  You may sprinkle extra Italian seasoning over this if desired.

Sprinkle the spinach and chicken over the top of the sauce.  Spread to make sure there is a little on each piece.

Top with mozzarella cheese covering all areas.

Bake at 375 degrees for 15-17 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.

Skinny Chicken Alfredo Pizza

 

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Prep time

10 mins

Cook time

17 mins

Total time

27 mins

 

Makes 4 servings of 2 pieces each 4 SmartPoints for 1 piece on Weight Watchers Freestyle, Flex, and Your Way plans 7 SmartPoints for 2 pieces on Weight Watchers Freestyle, Flex, and Your Way plans 9 SP on Beyond the Scale and PointsPlus

Serves: 4

Ingredients

• ½-1 cup diced cooked chicken
• ½ cup Light Alfredo Sauce (We have used both Prego Light Alfredo and Classico Light Alfredo with similar points)
• 1 cup low-fat part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
• ¼-1/2 cup baby spinach
• 1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
• 1¼- 1½ cups flour
• ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
• ⅛ teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, flour, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. This will create a sticky dough. You will start with 1¼ cups flour and can add 1½ cups flour to help dough form if needed.
3. Spread dough over pizza pan or baking sheet. We used a traditional 11"x17" baking sheet. It will take work to pat down and spread dough to fit into the pan, and the dough will be thin.
4. Using a spoon, spread the Alfredo sauce over the dough. You may sprinkle extra Italian seasoning over this if desired.
5. Sprinkle the spinach and chicken over the top of the sauce. Spread to make sure there is a little on each piece.
6. Top with mozzarella cheese covering all areas.
7. Bake at 375 degrees for 15-17 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.

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Makes 4 servings of 2 pieces each

4 SmartPoints for 1 piece on Weight Watchers Freestyle, Flex, and Your Way plans

7 SmartPoints for 2 pieces on Weight Watchers Freestyle, Flex, and Your Way plans

9 SP on Beyond the Scale and PointsPlus

Making our skinny chicken alfredo pizza as a diet-friendly and kid-friendly meal is going to become a brand new favorite on your meal plan.  It’s also a great way to use up just a little leftover chicken or random fresh vegetables in your refrigerator!  We love it with added bell pepper or black olives, and my Beau loves adding mushrooms to his!

If you are looking for more great recipes, don’t forget to join our Weight Watchers Support Group on Facebook!

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If your family is like ours those last minute Chinese Take Out Nights are favorites for memories but hated for the inches added to your waistline.  This Weight Watchers Sesame Chicken Recipe is one of our new favorites.  As a lower calorie option, it satisfies the cravings without making you feel guilty!  This has been updated for the latest Weight Watchers plans and points are listed below the recipe.

>> Check out more weight watchers freestyle recipes and weight watchers breakfast recipes here!

Weight Watchers Sesame Chicken

We love making our favorite take-out foods at home to save calories.  Sesame chicken is notoriously high in calories and sugar.  It is also notoriously delicious.  By not deep frying this Weight Watchers Sesame Chicken, we cut a ton of calories and Weight Watchers points.  A simple added sauce makes it a delicious choice, that still satisfies your need for flavor without killing your diet.

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Weight Watchers Sesame Chicken Recipe

 

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Prep time

20 mins

Cook time

15 mins

Total time

35 mins

 

Makes 6 servings 6 PointsPlus 5 SmartPoints on the Beyond the Scale Plan 2 SmartPoints on the FreeStyle Plan and Flex Plan

Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 Pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (cut into 1" pieces)
• 2 Tablespoons Low Sodium Soy Sauce (or Bragg's Liquid Aminos)
• 1½ Tablespoons Sesame Oil
• 1 Clove Minced Garlic
• 2 Teaspoons Ground Ginger, divided
• 1 Tablespoon Water
• 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar Substitute (we prefer Splenda brand)
• 2 Tablespoons Seasoned Rice Vinegar
• 3 Tablespoons Sesame Seeds
• Salt & Pepper

Instructions

1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or large wok
2. Lightly season chicken breasts with salt & pepper and 1 teaspoon ginger
3. Add chicken pieces to oil and cook for 4-5 minutes on medium-high heat stirring occasionally to brown on all sides.
4. Reduce heat to medium and add in soy, garlic, ginger, water, brown sugar twin, and vinegar. Stir until well mixed and chicken is coated
5. Continue cooking on medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until sauce is thickened slightly and chicken is cooked through.
6. Add the sesame seeds and stir well to coat.
7. Serve with a small portion of steamed white or brown rice and a large helping of steamed vegetables.

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6 PointsPlus

5 SmartPoints on the Beyond the Scale Plan

2 SmartPoints on the FreeStyle Plan and Flex Plan

This hearty meal doesn’t strip away all oils or flavors but reduces the overall fat content by using sesame oil for cooking and flavor as well as by leaving out the often traditional batter-dipped and fried technique found in restaurants.  By browning the chicken in the oil prior to creating sauce you get the customary “crunch” with deep flavor you are looking for without the added calories.  Serve this with a low-fat egg drop or hot and sour soup for a complete meal that is lower in fat, calories, and points all while satisfying that craving for your favorite Chinese takeout meal.

Make our Weight Watchers Sesame Chicken recipe as a great substitute for your favorite local take out.  It’s an easy meal that satisfies your cravings and keeps you on track with low points!

More Chicken Recipes

Baked Chicken Fajitas

Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs

Easy Chicken Tikka Masala

Grilled Lime Tequila Chicken Breasts

Weight Watchers Chicken Marsala

Who doesn’t love a good salmon recipe? Salmon is easy to cook, and a great source of omega 3. I always have some ready to go in the freezer. 

This classic fish can be made in many ways for any time of day. Different salmon can have different fat contents, so that is something to keep an eye on. 

Your salmon meal can be a part of a colorful plate or eaten as a stand-alone with a squeeze of lemon. However you have enjoyed your salmon before, below are some quick and simple recipes that will not eat into your points, while you fill up on their goodness!  

Related Reading: Weight Watchers Chicken Marsala

Asian Sheet Pan Salmon

Calories: 180

Points: 0 smart points

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs frozen salmon fillets 680 g
• 4 tbsp gluten-free soya sauce
• 4 tbsp fresh ginger
• 3 tbsp fresh cilantro * you can substitute dried but it’s not nearly as good!
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions

1. First thing’s first, preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
2. You will have a lined baking tray, place the salmon on a baking sheet.
3. Pour the soy sauce directly onto the salmon, divided equally per piece.
4. Grate on ginger directly onto the salmon divided equally per piece.
5. Sprinkle on some sesame seeds, divided equally per piece.
6. Top with cilantro divided equally per piece. This is clearly an optional step and one that divides many, season to taste and respect others’ cilantro choices. 
7. Bake for 15 – 20 minutes.
8. Serve with lemon wedges and steamed asparagus, or whatever takes your fancy! 

Frittata 

Serves: 4

Points: 4

Calories: 280

Ingredients

• 1 cup egg substitute
• ¼ cup nonfat milk
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
• ½ lb fresh white mushroom, sliced
• 1 (15 ounces) can white potatoes, drained and sliced
• 1 small red pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• ½ cup onion, finely chopped
• 1 (8 ounces) salmon fillets, skin removed, cut into 1-inch pieces

Directions

Step 1:

• Firstly, preheat the broiler. 

Step 2: 

• Lightly whisk the egg substitute, milk, dill, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until they are nicely mixed.

Step 3:

• Spray a 10-inch oven-proof nonstick skillet with nonstick spray and set over medium heat.

Step 4:

• Add the mushrooms and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown for about 5 – 6 minutes.

Step 5:

• Add the potatoes, red pepper, and onions to the skillet; cook while stirring frequently, until the bell pepper is softened, this should take about 2 minutes.

Step 6:

• Add the salmon to the skillet and cook. Be sure to be turning gently to avoid breaking it up. Do this until the salmon is just opaque in the center, all up around 2-3 minutes.

Step 7:

• Pour the egg mixture over the salmon and vegetables in the skillet and be careful to reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and cook until the eggs are set but still wet on top, this process takes around 6 – 7 minutes.

Step 8:

• Place the skillet under the broiler, 4 inches away from the heat, and cook until the top of the frittata is lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Yum!

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Sweet and Spicy Mexican Salmon with Mango Pico De Gallo

Serves: 4

Calories: 260

• 4 salmon fillets (wild Alaskan salmon has less fat than the farm-raised salmon)
• Coconut oil cooking spray
• Salt
• Pepper
• Chili powder
• 1 Tablespoon of Erythritol (substitute 1 1/2 Tablespoons of honey if you are not needing it to be THM or if you are at goal weight.)
• ⅛ teaspoon Blackstrap Molasses
• 4 teaspoons of Tamari Soy Sauce (or regular soy sauce would work, too–If you are using honey instead of the erythritol drizzle the soy sauce on first)

Instructions

Step 1:

• Spray a cookie sheet and the top of each fish filet with coconut oil spray and place the filets on the oiled cookie sheet.

Step 2:

• Sprinkle salt, pepper and chili powder so that it has a nice coating on both sides of the filets (see picture below).

Step 3:

• Stir together 1 Tablespoon of Erythritol (or honey) and ⅛ teaspoon of blackstrap molasses, then spread this mixture on top of the filets.

Step 4:

• Drizzle 1 teaspoon of Tamari soy sauce on top of each filet on the cookie sheet.
• Bake at 425 for 15 minutes then turn the oven to broil and broil a few more minutes (watching carefully) until nicely browned.

Mango Pico De Gallo

90 calories (stand-alone) 

For the Mango Pico De Gallo, the sweet to your savory salmon, you will need to prepare as follows:

• 1 ½ -2 cups of diced tomatoes, drain the juice so you don’t end up with a big mush
• 1 cup of diced ripe mango frozen or fresh
• ½  cup of minced onion
• 1 medium-sized jalapeño, seeded and minced (about 3 Tablespoons)
• ¼  cup minced fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon salt 
• ½ teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
• Thaw the mango chunks (I usually just stick them in a container in the fridge overnight and they are perfect the next day) and chop them.  Add remaining ingredients and stir.  

It is that simple.

Weight Watchers Pizza is actually a favorite choice of mine for lunch these days.  It is not your typical pizza but is totally yummy and a great substitute.  I will say, however, if you are a fan of thick crust – this is not going to satisfy that craving.  Using an alternate crust means that you cut out a lot of that classic yeasty goodness.  While I am a crust snob typically, I still find this to be a great option that is satisfying for lunch.

Weight Watchers Pizza Recipe

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I love the great support groups on Facebook for those who are on Weight Watchers.  I’m not sure who originated this pizza recipe, and of course, it has been adapted for my own taste, but the idea of using the Joseph’s Heart Friendly Pita Bread came from a Weight Watchers Support Group on Facebook. If you haven’t joined any, I highly recommend checking them out.  Using this simple bread as a base makes them yummy and low in SmartPoints.  I can usually find these at my local Walmart or Meijer store, but you can also order in bulk online.

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Weight Watchers Pizza Recipe

 

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Prep time

5 mins

Cook time

10 mins

Total time

15 mins

 

Serves: 1

Ingredients

• 1 Joseph's Heart Friendly Pita
• 2 Tablespoons Contadina Pizza Sauce (or preferred sugar-free tomato sauce)
• ¼ Cup Fat-Free Mozzarella Cheese (I have also used low-moisture skim mozzarella for additional points)
• 6-8 Turkey Pepperoni
• Baby Spinach
• ¼ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
• ½ Teaspoon Italian Seasoning
• Additional toppings as preferred like onions, bell pepper, mushroom, etc.

Instructions

1. Place pita on a pizza stone or baking pan.
2. Spread pizza sauce over top of pita and sprinkle with garlic powder and ½ of Italian seasoning.
3. Sprinkle with half of cheese, then add toppings. Add remainder of cheese and Italian seasoning.
4. Bake at 375 degrees for 7-10 minutes or until golden brown and cheese has melted. (Time will vary depending on oven and your preferences of doneness)

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4 SmartPoints For Whole Pizza

I know what you are thinking.  How can it actually be like pizza?  Well, here is the thing – it isn’t like a traditional pizza. I won’t lie to you.  It is however, full of the pizza flavor you love, satisfying, and low in points.  For those who are hungrier, you can load it with zero point vegetables.  If you have more points, you may be able to even enjoy 2 of these or have a big salad on the side with your favorite low-fat dressing.

This recipe was calculated using the Weight Watchers Recipe Builder from my own Weight Watchers account.  You can also use the Weight Watchers SmartPoints Calculator as an alternative to using the online program or going to meetings.  I’m not associated with Weight Watchers, but I personally have been using the program and absolutely love the focus on healthier foods and lifestyle.

I can even send this for my Beau to have for lunch by using small Tupperware snack cups for the different ingredients.  It’s easy for him to throw together and microwave.  While not as crispy, it still ends up being a nice lunch.

Whether you make this Weight Watchers pizza as is, or you add your favorite vegetables, Canadian bacon, or even the controversial pineapple, this is a great option!

More Weight Watchers Recipes:

• BBQ Apricot Chicken
• Black Bean Mexican Salad Recipe
• Ground Turkey & Vegetable Soup
• SmartPoints Spaghetti Recipe