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Healthy Slow Cooker Recipe for Weight Loss – Set & Forget

Healthy Slow Cooker Recipe for 1-Hour Less Stress


  • Author: goforecipes.com
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Effortlessly healthy slow cooker meal perfect for weight loss. Prepare in minutes and let the slow cooker do the work for a delicious and nutritious dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, combine black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, onion, and green bell pepper.
  3. Pour vegetable mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder over the ingredients.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and shreds easily.
  7. Shred chicken with two forks and stir into the mixture.
  8. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Serve with brown rice, quinoa, or a side salad for a complete meal.
  • This recipe is great for meal prep. Divide into portions for easy lunches or dinners throughout the week.
  • Adjust spice level by adding more or less chili powder.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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