Are you looking for a delicious and satisfying weight-watchers friendly meal that's easy to make? Look no further than this crock pot southwestern meatloaf! This flavorful dish is packed with lean ground turkey, a variety of vegetables, and zesty Mexican spices, all simmered together in a rich tomato sauce. With its simple prep and minimal hands-on time, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Plus, it's a great way to sneak some extra veggies into your family's diet. So grab your crock pot and get ready to enjoy this delicious and healthy southwestern meatloaf.
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CLASSIC SLOW-COOKER MEATLOAF
Our favorite meatloaf recipe does great in the slow cooker. Made with familiar flavorings that have stood the test of time, this meatloaf is as classic as it gets. And it's about as easy as it gets, too-just toss together the ingredients, set your loaf in a foil-lined slow cooker and forget it! Your meal will be ready in 3 to 4 hours, and you don't need to be stuck in the kitchen in the meantime. And lucky you if there are leftovers-we love using this for meatloaf sandwiches the next day!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 3h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Line 4 1/2- to 5-quart slow cooker with foil. Spray foil with cooking spray.
- In large bowl, mix all ingredients except ketchup. Shape mixture into loaf, and place in center of slow cooker. Spread ketchup over top.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 to 4 hours or until meat thermometer inserted in center of loaf reads 160°F. Remove meatloaf from slow cooker to serving platter. Cut into pieces to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1 g
WEIGHT WATCHERS SOUTHWESTERN MEATLOAF CROCK POT
Make and share this Weight Watchers Southwestern Meatloaf Crock Pot recipe from Food.com.
Provided by nicoleingermantown
Categories Meat
Time 8h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Coat 3 1/2-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Tear off two lengths of aluminum foil long enough to fit in bottom of cooker and extend 3 inches over each side of cooker. Fold each foil strip lengthwise to form 2-inch-wide strips. Arrange foil strips in a cross fashion in cooker, pressing strip in bottom of cooker and extending ends over sides of cooker.
- Combine beef and next 5 ingredients; shape mixture into a loaf the shape of the slow cooker container. Place loaf in slow cooker over foil strips. (Foil strips become "handles" to remove meat loaf from slow cooker.)Make a shallow indention on top of meat loaf. Combine ketchup and salsa (chili sauce); pour over meat loaf.
- Cover and cook on low heat 8 hours or on high heat 3 1/2 to 4 hours. Use foil strips to lift meat loaf from cooker. Let meat loaf stand 10 minutes before serving.Yield: 8 servings/4 points.
FAVORITE SLOW-COOKER MEATLOAF (WW)
From Weight Watchers All-Time Favorites which I borrowed from my friend's daughter, Alex. Don't want to lose this. This is 4 points a serving. The meatloaf is said to serve 8.
Provided by Oolala
Categories Meat
Time 3h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cover a wire rack small enough to fit in the slow cooker with foil; spray the foil with non-stick cooking spray.
- Combine the meatloaf mix, onion, bell pepper, egg white, a 1/4 cup of the ketchup, bread crumbs, mustard, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; mix well.
- Shape meat into a 5 X 9 inch loaf.
- Place meat on the rack of a 5-6 quart slow cooker.
- Spread the remaining ketchup over the top of the meatloaf.
- Cook, covered until an instant read thermometer registers 160 degrees F. 3-4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low.
- Transfer to a cutting board and cut into 8 slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.9, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 0.1, Sodium 484, Carbohydrate 13.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 6.6, Protein 2.2
Tips
- To save time, use a pre-made meatloaf mix. Just add the salsa, chili peppers, and cheese according to the recipe.
- If you don't have a crock pot, you can bake the meatloaf in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve the meatloaf with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or a salad.
Conclusion
Weight Watchers Southwestern Meatloaf is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is easy to make and can be cooked in a crock pot or in the oven. The meatloaf is packed with flavor from the salsa, chili peppers, and cheese. It is also a good source of protein and fiber. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete meal.
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