Best 5 Weight Watchers Sweet And Sour Chicken Recipes

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Looking for a healthier version of your favorite takeout dish? Our weight watchers sweet and sour chicken recipe is a delicious and nutritious way to satisfy your cravings. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken coated in a tangy and flavorful sauce, all while staying within your Weight Watchers points budget. With its combination of sweet, sour, and savory flavors, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite for both you and your family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

4PT WEIGHT WATCHERS SWEET-N-SOUR CHICKEN



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Make and share this 4pt Weight Watchers Sweet-N-Sour Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bwandnette

Categories     Asian

Time 18m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 pieces
1 1/2 ounces baby carrots, thinnly sliced
0.5 (3 ounce) bell peppers, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
3 ounces celery, chopped
3 ounces snap peas, cut in half width-wise
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 cup pineapple in juice, undrained
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons Splenda sugar substitute

Steps:

  • Spray a non-stick skillet with cooking spray and saute the garlic for about 2 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and brown over medium heat.
  • Add the carrots, bell peppers, pea pods and celery, and stir fry for about 5-7 minutes (until the carrots soften a little bit).
  • In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce and cornstarch; mix. Pour into the skillet, along with the vinegar, pineapple, Splenda and ginger. Stir well and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer for about 1-2 minutes (until the sauce thickens).
  • Serve over hot rice, rice noodles or cabbage. (NOT CALCULATED INTO POINTS).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.4, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 65.8, Sodium 1134.3, Carbohydrate 19.9, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 12.3, Protein 29.9

SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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Instead of deep-frying chunks of chicken, this streamlined take on an American Chinese restaurant favorite opts for stir-frying it. Sweetness comes from pineapple chunks and juice, plus a touch of brown sugar, while rice wine vinegar delivers that pleasing sour punch.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 boneless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup canned pineapple chunks, drained with 1/2 cup reserved juice
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup chicken broth
4 teaspoons cornstarch, mixed with 4 teaspoons water
Cooked rice, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken strips with salt and pepper and add to pan. Brown chicken and remove to plate. Add red and green peppers and cook for 1 minute.
  • Stir in pineapple chunks, juice, sugar, vinegar and broth and bring to a simmer. Simmer until sauce begins to reduce. Stir in cornstarch mixture and bring liquid to a simmer. Stir in chicken strips and cook for 5 minutes. Serve over rice.

EASY SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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This a really easy recipe that the whole family will enjoy! Serve over rice.

Provided by wmbloomer

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
3 celery ribs, sliced
2 green bell peppers, diced
1 onion, chopped
½ cup ketchup
½ cup lemon juice
½ cup crushed pineapple with syrup
⅓ cup packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • Combine flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
  • Roll and coat chicken cubes in flour mixture.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook and stir chicken in hot oil until not longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes; remove and set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in the same skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook and stir celery, green peppers, and onion in heated oil until slightly tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Return chicken to the skillet.
  • Whisk ketchup, lemon juice, pineapple, and brown sugar in a bowl; pour into the skillet; bring to a boil.
  • Cook and stir chicken and vegetables in sauce until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.6 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 870.1 mg, Sugar 31.6 g

WEIGHT WATCHERS CROCK POT SWEET & SOUR CHICKEN



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Crock pot cooking makes doing Weight Watchers easier for me, I hope it helps you too. Makes four servings at 5 WW pts per serving

Provided by Antifreesz

Time 7h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
5 ounces sweet and sour sauce, LaChoy
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
8 ounces pineapple chunks in juice, drained (reserve 1/4 cup juice)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
16 ounces of frozen stir fry vegetables

Steps:

  • Cut the raw chicken breast into bite sized pieces.
  • Spray your crock-pot with cooking spray.
  • Add chicken, garlic powder and onion powder; stir.
  • Stir in sweet and sour sauce, pineapple chunks, brown sugar and the 1/4 cup of pineapple juice.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours.
  • Add frozen vegetables during the last 30 minutes of cooking and cook on high.
  • Makes four servings at 5 WW pts per serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.7, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 73, Sodium 256.4, Carbohydrate 18.5, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 15.4, Protein 25

SWEET-AND-SOUR CHICKEN



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My husband and I moved to the country 10 years ago, and I love it! We keep busy with daily chores, so I appreciate quick and easy meals like this.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
3 celery ribs, sliced
2 medium green peppers, diced
1 medium onion, diced
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup crushed pineapple with syrup
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, salt and pepper; coat chicken. In a skillet, saute chicken in 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Remove and set aside. , Saute the celery, green peppers and onion in remaining oil for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Return chicken pan. Combine the ketchup, lemon juice, pineapple and brown sugar; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 513mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

Tips:

  • Use chicken breasts that are boneless and skinless. This will make the recipe easier to prepare and will also help to reduce the amount of fat in the dish.
  • Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. This will help them to cook evenly and will also make them easier to eat.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in the recipe. This will add flavor and color to the dish. Some good options include bell peppers, onions, carrots, and broccoli.
  • Make sure to use a good quality sweet and sour sauce. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish. You can either buy a pre-made sauce or make your own.
  • Serve the sweet and sour chicken over rice or noodles. This will help to soak up the sauce and make the dish more filling.

Conclusion:

Weight Watchers sweet and sour chicken is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own dietary needs. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish even better. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give Weight Watchers sweet and sour chicken a try.

Tips:

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
  • Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  • Use a variety of vegetables.
  • Use a good quality sweet and sour sauce.
  • Serve over rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Weight Watchers sweet and sour chicken is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own dietary needs. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish even better. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give Weight Watchers sweet and sour chicken a try.

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