Best 2 Baked Spaghetti Weight Watchers Friendly Recipes
BAKED SPAGHETTI (WEIGHT WATCHERS FRIENDLY)
I adapted this from a Light & Tasty cookbook. It was so delicious that I had to put it in the fridge before it was cool just to stop myself from eating it all! For WWers, this works to 6 points per serving. I use Ragu No Sugar Added Tomato & Basil sauce to keep the calorie/fat content as low as possible. Note: WW has changed their points system several times since this is posted, and you should recalculate the points by the current system.
Provided by mandalee65
Categories Spaghetti
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions.
- In a large skillet, brown beef, onion, and garlic. Drain fat. Add spaghetti sauce and heat through.
- Meanwhile, combine cottage cheese, 2 cups mozzarella, and 1/4 cup parmesan.
- In a 9x13 casserole dish sprayed with nonstick cooking spray, layer 1 cup of meat mixture, half the spaghetti, half the cheese, and half the remaining meat mixture. Repeat layers. Dish will be very full.
- Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 45 minutes. Uncover and add remaining cheeses. Bake an addition 10 minutes.
- Allow to stand 10 minutes before serving.
BAKED SPAGHETTI WITH CHICKEN
This is a wonderful chicken recipe that kids and adults love. To make ahead of time, leave off the cheese and refrigerate. Then bake for 20 minutes to heat, add the cheese and bake for 10 more minutes.
Provided by Nicole Piersma
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes Pasta
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In shallow non-aluminum dish or resealable plastic bag, combine olive oil, bay leaves, Italian seasoning, garlic, salt, and pepper. Poke holes in chicken breasts and add to olive oil mixture. Marinate in refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Remove chicken from refrigerator and cut into half-inch pieces. Cook in large skillet, with marinade, until chicken is light brown and sauce is bubbly. Remove bay leaves. Stir pepper, onion, broccoli, and mushrooms into skillet and allow to simmer until tender, about 5 minutes.
- While vegetables are cooking, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Return pasta to pot and add chicken mixture and spaghetti sauce. Stir. Pour mixture into 9x13 inch pan. Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.1 calories, Carbohydrate 56.3 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 27.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 413.5 mg, Sugar 8.2 g
Tips:
- For a more flavorful dish, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
- If you don't have spaghetti on hand, you can use penne or another type of short pasta.
- To make the dish even more Weight Watchers-friendly, use low-fat cheese and lean ground beef.
- Serve the baked spaghetti with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This baked spaghetti recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also Weight Watchers-friendly, so you can enjoy it without guilt. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish even more flavorful and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this baked spaghetti recipe a try.
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