Weight Watchers Crock Pot Chicken Paella
Transform your dinner table with this flavorful and guilt-free Weight Watchers Crock Pot Chicken Paella, a one-pot wonder designed for busy weeknights or meal-prep enthusiasts. This healthier take on the classic Spanish dish combines tender boneless chicken thighs, smoky turkey sausage, vibrant veggies, and protein-packed shrimp, all simmered to perfection in a slow cooker. Seasoned with aromatic smoked paprika, turmeric, and garlic powder, every bite delivers layers of rich, satisfying flavor without excess calories. The brown rice absorbs savory juices from the low-sodium chicken broth, while frozen peas and red bell peppers add a pop of color and sweetness. With minimal prep, this easy crock pot recipe is ready to serve in just a few hours, perfect for a wholesome, family-friendly meal that’s Weight Watchers-friendly. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for the ultimate finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup Red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 cup Frozen peas
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) Diced tomatoes
- 2 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup Brown rice (uncooked)
- 6 ounces Turkey sausage, sliced
- 0.5 pound Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, ground turmeric, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Rub the spice mixture onto the chicken thighs, coating them evenly.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Transfer to the crock pot.
In the same skillet, sauté the onions and red bell peppers for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add them to the crock pot.
Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), chicken broth, and uncooked brown rice to the crock pot. Stir to combine.
Layer the sliced turkey sausage on top of the mixture.
Cook on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 6 hours.
30 minutes before cooking time is done, gently stir in the frozen peas and shrimp. Cover and continue cooking until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Once done, fluff the rice gently with a fork and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy this healthier take on chicken paella!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3111 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.7 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.7 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1262 mg | 421% | |
| Sodium | 3566 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 219.4 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 284.8 g | 570% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 505 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 5022 mg | 107% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
