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Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala

Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala

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Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala is on the agenda because I have a lot of cooking to do this weekend. I have my typical lunch and dinner meal prep on the agenda. I also added a breakfast item this week. Recently, I have cut time from my meal prep routine by prepping my breakfast each morning at work. “Prepping” means that I have been making toast in the office. I keep a supply of natural peanut butter and raw honey with me. Peanut butter toast with honey and a side of fresh fruit have become my staple.

Calories: 239     Fat: 2.7G      Net Carbs: 10G      Protein:  39G

I do not like to do the same thing for too long, so this week I added breakfast back to my meal prep routine. In addition to prepping my meals, I have a gathering with friends this weekend. I was recruited to bring a dish (shocker lol). So between 4 meals, friend’s gathering, yoga, and lazy couch time, I am slightly overwhelmed just thinking about it all.

I love using cooking wine! Marsala cooking wine is so rich and provides incredible flavor.

Insert this dish to save the day. I love slow-cooker meals. They are SO EASY to prep. I have raved a bunch in previous posts about how the slow-cooker is king for amazing chicken breasts. Though I have raved in the past, I will rave again! I absolutely love how juicy and tender this chicken is. This dish has so much flavor!

Add the chicken breasts to the slow-cooker first. Top with the remaining ingredients.

I also have a similar recipe using my Instant Pot. Check out my Instant Pot Chicken Marsala recipe here.

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Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala

Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala is an easy crockpot, creamy Italian recipe with marsala wine, juicy chicken breasts, mushrooms, and a decadent sauce. This dish is inspired by Olive Garden and is great for meal prep and weeknight dinners.

Course dinner, lunch
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 6 hours
Servings 4
Calories 239 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 2 skinless chicken breasts 20 oz, sliced in half
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup marsala cooking wine
  • 3-4 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons parsley
  • 2 tablespoons shallots chopped
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • McCormick's Grill Mates Montreal Chicken Seasoning salt, and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the 4 breasts (2 regular chicken breasts sliced in half) and place in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Add the garlic, shallots, chicken broth, marsala, and mushrooms to the cooker.
  3. Cook for 5-6 hours on low.
  4. Add the cornstarch and water to a small bowl. Whisk together. This will thicken up the chicken broth/marsala sauce.
  5. Add the mixture to the slow-cooker.
  6. Sprinkle parsley throughout.
  7. Adjust the heat on the slow cooker to high. Cook for an additional 30 minutes.
  8. Serve!
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Slow-Cooker Southwestern Chicken and Brown Rice

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Slow-Cooker Southwestern Chicken and Brown Rice is the perfect cure to a busy lifestyle. I feel like I’m always in a hurry. I’m always pressed for time and running to accomplish my next “to-do.” I rarely skip out on my meal prep. Slow-cooker recipes often save me! It is so simple to just pile your ingredients in a pot, set the timer, and come back later when you have time. 

Calories: 371     Fat: 7G     Net Carbs: 42G     Protein: 30G

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Slow-Cooker Southwestern Chicken and Brown Rice

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If I am meal prepping, I usually load all of the ingredients into the slow-cooker early on Sunday morning. 

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Slow-Cooker Southwestern Chicken and Brown Rice

Slow-Cooker Southwestern Chicken and Brown Rice is a quick and easy recipe with chicken, rice, and creamy cheese.

Course dinner, lunch
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 371 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 8 oz chicken breast
  • 8 oz tomato sauce canned
  • 1/2 green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 cup red onion chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup brown long-grain rice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 can Rotel
  • 1 chicken bouillon cube
  • 1 cup low-fat shredded Mexican cheese
  • 1 can reduced-fat sodium black beans
  • 1/2 can whole kernel corn
  • 3/4 teaspoon chili powder seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Line a crockpot with a crockpot liner.
  2. Add all of the ingredients, except the cheese, to the crockpot and stir.
  3. Cover and allow it to cook for 4 and 1/2 hours on high or 8 hours on low.
  4. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred. Add the chicken and shredded cheese to the pot and stir.
  5. Serve!
Instant Pot or Slow-Cooker Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup

Instant Pot or Slow-Cooker Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup

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Calories: 317     Fat: 14G      Net Carbs: 28G      Protein:  15G

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Instant Pot or Slow-Cooker Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup 

Instant Pot or Slow-Cooker Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup

So Olive Garden took a back seat. I recently made a trip into to Olive Garden during the holiday break. I go home to Omaha, Nebraska each year. My mom and I will usually go because she loves the soup, salad, and breadsticks. Of course, she always orders the Zuppa Toscana soup. It feels like a tradition for us.

Instant Pot or Slow-Cooker Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup

I need a fix for this soup more than just once a year. I decided to whip out my Instant Pot to make that happen.

Instant Pot or Slow-Cooker Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup

I lightened up the recipe by using a lot less whipping cream than you will find in the restaurant version. I paired with a little bit of almond milk. Skim or whatever you prefer will also work just fine. This recipe still accomplishes the same great taste because the flavor heavily lies in the sausage and chicken broth.

Instant Pot or Slow-Cooker Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup

Instant Pot or Slow-Cooker Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup

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Instant Pot Chicken, Seafood, and Sausage Gumbo
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Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup with Spinach
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Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash
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Instant Pot or Slow-Cooker Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup

Instant Pot or Slow-Cooker Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup is a quick and easy copycat, pressure cooker recipe with sausage, kale, and creamy broth.

Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine soup
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 5
Calories 317 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound low-fat sausage or chicken sausage Italian Sausage works best. Major win if you can find it reduced fat!
  • 2 russet potatoes with the skin on sliced into medium-sized cubes
  • 2-3 cups fresh kale stems removed
  • 1/2 onion chopped
  • 2-3 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 2 slices bacon or turkey bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 16 oz low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk You can use any desired milk
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 cup water optional if needed
  • parmesan for topping optional

Instructions

Instant Pot

  1. Turn the Instant Pot on the saute function. Add the olive oil to the pot. Add the sausage. Break the sausage into small pieces with a large spoon.

  2. Add the onions and stir. Cook for 1 minute. Add the garlic and stir. Cook until the onions are soft and fragrant.

  3. Add the chicken broth, oregano, and potatoes to the pot. Stir. If the broth does not completely cover the potatoes, add a small amount of water. The potatoes will need to be fully covered with liquid.

  4. Place the lid on the Instant Pot. Set the pot to Manual High-Pressure Cooking for 5 minutes.

  5. Allow the steam to naturally release for 10 minutes instead of quick release.

  6. Remove the lid. Add the cooked bacon, whipping cream, almond milk, and kale to the pot. Turn the Instant Pot on the saute function. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the kale has wilted.

  7. Serve with shredded parmesan if desired.

Slow Cooker

  1. Cook the sausage in a skillet on medium-high heat with the olive oil. Add the onions and stir. Cook for 1 minute. Add the garlic and stir. Cook until the onions are soft and fragrant.

  2. Add the sausage mixture, chicken broth, oregano, and potatoes to the slow-cooker. Stir. If the broth does not completely cover the potatoes, add a small amount of water. The potatoes will need to be fully covered with liquid.

  3. Cook for 3-4 hours on High, 7-8 hours on Low. Add the cooked bacon, whipping cream, almond milk, and kale to the pot. Cook for 5-10 minutes until the kale has wilted.

  4. Serve with shredded parmesan if desired.

 

Slow-Cooker Beef Taco Nacho Chili

Slow-Cooker Beef Taco Nacho Chili

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Slow-Cooker Beef Taco Nacho Chili is the perfect cure for my busy schedule these days. It’s Super Bowl weekend! YES! Amazing food, drinks, and conversation with friends are on the agenda. I feel like I have been non-stop busy since the holiday season. There definitely haven’t been any dull moments in my snatched world! So, in addition to my normal weekend meal prep routine, I am cooking two dishes for a Super Bowl party with my friends. I decided to bring my Mac and Cheese Bites and my infamous Shrimp Scampi Dip, which is ALWAYS requested from my friends.

Calories: 386       Fat: 15G      Net Carbs: 28G     Protein: 31G

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slow-cooker beef nacho chili I have said it before in all of my slow-cooker posts, using a slow-cooker saves me! I try really hard to not use my busy schedule as an excuse for why I can not get my meal prep done. For this dish, I spent a few minutes browning the ground beef. Then I added the majority of the ingredients to the slow-cooker and let it do all of the work. This freed up my time to continue on with another meal for myself, and the side dishes I planned to take to the party.

 

Slow-Cooker Beef Taco Nacho Chili

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Slow-Cooker Beef Taco Nacho Chili

Slow-Cooker Beef Taco Nacho Chili
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Slow-Cooker Beef Nacho Taco Chili

Slow-Cooker Beef Nacho Taco Chili is an easy crock pot recipe with taco seasoning, cheese and topped with crunchy chips for the ultimate nacho flavor.

Course dinner, lunch
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings 5
Calories 386 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 can Campbell's Fiesta Nacho Soup
  • 1/2 red onion chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves chopped
  • 3 green onions chopped
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro
  • 1/2 - 1 jalapeno chopped
  • 1 cup whole kernel corn frozen
  • 1 15 oz can reduced-sodium black beans
  • 1 15 oz can Rotel
  • 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the garlic and onions. Cook until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground beef and half of the servings of onions and garlic.
  4. Season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Break the beef into smaller chunks.
  5. Cook until the beef is no longer pink.
  6. Add all of the ingredients (except for the shredded cheese, cilantro and green onions) to the slow cooker.
  7. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  8. Add the shredded cheese to the slow cooker.
  9. Cook for an additional 30 minutes on low, or 10-15 minutes on high.
  10. Serve!

Recipe Notes

Toppings: non-fat, plain Greek yogurt, crushed quinoa chips

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Healthy Slow-Cooker Crock Pot Chicken Stroganoff with Whole Wheat

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This slow-cooker chicken stroganoff recipe was inspired by my childhood. Growing up we ate beef stroganoff a lot. I have not eaten it in years, but I always enjoyed it. This is my first time having the dish prepared with chicken. I used a slow-cooker to save time and to ensure the chicken would be extra juicy. A little chicken broth in the slow-cooker goes a long way. My chicken always comes out juicy and loaded with flavor.

Calories: 386       Fat: 15G      Net Carbs: 28G     Protein: 31G

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Add all of the ingredients to the slow-cooker/crock pot. 

healthy slow cooker chicken stroganoff

The sauce is so savory and creamy. The cream cheese works really well in this dish.

healthy slow cooker chicken stroganoff

healthy slow cooker chicken stroganoff

healthy slow cooker chicken stroganoff
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Healthy Slow-Cooker Crock Pot Chicken Stroganoff with Whole Wheat

Healthy Slow-Cooker Crock Pot Chicken Stroganoff with Whole Wheat is a quick and easy recipe with creamy, tender chicken breasts with whole wheat farfalle and mushrooms. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners and meal prep.

Course dinner, lunch
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 386 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 16 oz skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 packet Lipton onion soup
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup mushrooms
  • 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
  • 6 oz whole wheat farfalle pasta
  • 1 tablespoon parsley
  • salt pepper, and McCormick's Grill Mates Montreal Chicken Seasoning to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the cream cheese in a small bowl. Microwave for 20 seconds to soften.
  2. Add all of the ingredients (except the pasta and parsley) to the slow-cooker.
  3. Cook on low for 4-6 hours. High for 3-4 hours.
  4. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  5. Serve the chicken over the cooked pasta.
  6. Sprinkle with parsley.
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Instant Pot Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup with Spinach

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It’s that time of year again…..that time of year when it is so cold outside all you want to do is sip warm drinks and eat a bunch of warm comfort food. Comfort food includes soup. What’s better than homestyle chicken noodle soup? Well, homestyle chicken noodle soup with added spinach and sundried tomatoes. 

Calories: 256       Fat: 9G      Carbs: 20G       Protein: 22G

instant pot slow cooker chicken noodle soup with spinach

I decided to jazz up my typical chicken noodle soup recipe by adding a couple of extra veggies. Sometimes, chicken noodle soup isn’t filling enough for me. Additional veggies are the perfect trick. 

instant pot slow cooker chicken noodle soup with spinach

I work in finance now. Early on in my career, I was more focused on accounting. Immediately upon graduating from college, I worked with a large CPA firm where I earned my CPA license. The hours at the firm were grueling. We had our traditional busy season that lasted from January to March of each year. Then, we were also busy the first month following each quarter end, which includes April, July, and October.

instant pot slow cooker chicken noodle soup with spinach 

Needless to say, about 6 months out of every year I would work 50-60 hours a week. In the early part of the year, the hours were closer to 60-65 hours per week. There was no time to come home and cook dinner each night. By the time I got off work I just wanted to shower and sleep. I learned early on that I would have to meal plan and prep in advance.

instant pot slow cooker chicken noodle soup with spinach 

One of the perks of being busy during the months I mentioned, meant that we were not busy in December and during the holiday season. Most of us who worked at the firm would take 2-3 weeks vacation in December in preparation for the hell we would endure in January. I would usually spend this time catching up on my reading. I typically read 10 books during this vacation, alone. I felt starved for an opportunity to come home, just RELAX….and READ.

instant pot slow cooker chicken noodle soup with spinach 

I also took advantage of this time to meal prep. Over the 2 weeks vacation, I would cook 6-8 hearty soups. I would place them in large Tupperware containers. I labeled each with the type of soup and the date it was cooked. When work busy season started, every Sunday night I would remove one of the Tupperware containers from the freezer to thaw overnight. I would take the soup with me to work. This would serve as my lunch (and sometimes dinner) each day.

I loved this “strategy.” I was able to commit to eating healthy meals each day without having to put much thought into it. More importantly, I did not have to put any time into it. Work was stressful enough! The last thing I needed to worry about was making time to cook meals.

instant pot slow cooker chicken noodle soup with spinach

Chicken noodle soup was one of my favorites of this mass meal prep bunch. However, it needed a little more ummph to it. Spinach and sundried tomatoes have proven to be the perfect addition. These veggies save the soup from becoming dull and boring after the first couple of days. I love meals that I can look forward to each day of the week.

instant pot slow cooker chicken noodle soup with spinach

 

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Instant Pot Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup with Spinach

Instant Pot Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup with Spinach is an easy, healthy, pressure cooker, crockpot recipe with Better Than Bouillon Chicken Base.

Course dinner, lunch
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 256 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 3 cups egg noodles
  • 3 chicken drumsticks
  • 1 skinless chicken breast
  • 3 carrots chopped
  • 3 celery stalks chopped
  • 4 cups spinach fresh
  • 1/4 cup sundried-tomatoes
  • 2-3 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 2 tbsp Better Than Bouillon® Reduced Sodium Roasted Chicken Base
  • 6 cups chicken stock I used Kirkland's Organic
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Instant Pot Instructions

  1. Turn the Instant Pot on the Saute function. Add the olive oil to the pot. 

  2. When the pot becomes warm, add the garlic and onions. Cook until fragrant.

  3. Add the carrots, celery, and spinach. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the veggies are soft and the spinach has wilted.

  4. Add the Better Than Bouillon, chicken stock, and chicken to the pot.

  5. Place the lid on the pot and seal. Cook for 10 minutes on Manual High Pressure.

  6. Allow the steam to release naturally instead of quick release.

  7. Open the pot and remove the chicken.

  8. Place the Instant Pot on the Saute function. Add the egg noodles and sundried tomatoes to the pot. Stir to combine. Allow the soup to cook until the noodles soften.

  9. Shred the chicken. Add the shredded chicken to the pot.

  10. Taste the soup repeatedly and add salt and pepper to taste.

Slow Cooker Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil onions and garlic. Cook until fragrant.

  2. Add the carrots, celery, and spinach. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the veggies are soft and the spinach has wilted.

  3. Add the sauteed veggies, Better Than Bouillon, chicken stock, and chicken to the slow-cooker.

  4. Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on High for 4 hours or Low for 8 hours. 

  5. Remove the chicken from the slow-cooker. Shred the chicken. Add the shredded chicken, noodles, and sundried tomatoes to the slow-cooker.

  6. Cook for an additional 30 minutes on Low.

Slow Cooker Chili Mac and Cheese

Slow Cooker Chili Mac and Cheese

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It has been a cold week in Kansas City! Slow-Cooker chili mac is the perfect cure. We have had quite a few days with temperatures less than 30 degrees. Fall and winter are my least favorite times of the year. I absolutely love everything about summer. YES, even the scorching temperatures. There is just something about walking outside at any time of day in a pair of sandals and shorts that makes me feel soooooo good! The cold weather is here and will likely stay for the coming months. For me cold weather means SOUPS. I crave warm, hearty dishes this time of year. This chili mac recipe is the perfect fix. 

Calories: 346     Fat: 8G     Net Carbs: 34G     Protein: 23G            
Weight Watchers Smart Points: 10

Slow Cooker Chili mac and cheese

 

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Slow Cooker Chili mac and cheese

I was thrilled with how this dish turned out! I added one cup of beef broth because I love using broths for slow cooker recipes. Often, the contents (the meat especially) turn out dry without the addition of a liquid ingredient.

Slow Cooker Chili mac and cheese
I added chopped parsley and non-fat, plain Greek yogurt as toppings. You can also use reduced-fat sour cream. I love to use plain Greek yogurt because it adds additional protein and is very similar in taste.

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Slow Cooker Chili Mac

homestyle chili with added macaroni and cheese
Course dinner
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings 7
Calories 346 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 1 pound 93% lean ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 cup elbow macaroni
  • 1 can Rotel Chili Fixins
  • 1 15 oz can stewed tomatoes
  • 2 15 oz cans chili beans I used 1 medium and 1 mild as I prefer somewhat spicy
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 3-4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup reduced fat 2% shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper omit if you do not prefer spicy
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil water in a large pot over high heat. Cook the macaroni according to package directions.
  2. While the macaroni cooks, heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the ground beef and half of the servings of onions and garlic.
  4. Season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Break the beef into smaller chunks.
  5. Cook until the beef is no longer pink.
  6. Add all of the ingredients to a slow cooker.
  7. Cook on low for 2 to 2.5 hours.
  8. About 10-15 minutes prior to serving, add the cheese to the cooker and stir.
  9. Serve!

Recipe Notes

You can also buy pre-packaged chili seasoning and use 1/4th to 1/3rd of the package for the seasoning.
Topping Ideas: non-fat, plain Greek yogurt, reduced-fat sour cream, jalapenos, guacamole

Instant Pot Slow-Cooker Skinny Copy-Cat Starbucks Caramel Apple Cider

Instant Pot Slow-Cooker Skinny Copy-Cat Starbucks Caramel Apple Cider

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There is so much going on in the title for this recipe. Yes, I know. Let’s start with how fall really rushed into Kansas City this weekend. We have had some pretty cool temperatures this weekend. Cool temps call for warm, soothing drinks. Insert Apple Cider here.

Calories: 157    Fat: 1G      Net Carbs:34G      Protein:  0G

Instant Pot Slow-Cooker Skinny Copy-Cat Starbucks Caramel Apple Cider

Next, I want to point out that I have full instructions on how to make this recipe using a pressure cooker and a slow-cooker. I have listened to you guys! I know that I have fallen in love with my Instant Pot, but not everyone has one. Pretty much every Instant Pot recipe I have put together can be prepared in a slow-cooker. However, I made it easier for you guys and I outlined the steps below.

Instant Pot Slow-Cooker Skinny Copy-Cat Starbucks Caramel Apple Cider

Now onto how I created a lightened-up version of Starbuck’s Caramel Apple Cider. The tall size of this drink at Starbucks has 300 calories and 55 grams of sugar. That goes up to 380 calories and 71 grams of sugar if you order a grande. WOW. That’s a ton of sugar. Apples alone already have more sugar than berry fruits, such as strawberries and blueberries. When you take a fruit that is already sweet on its own, add in more refined-sugar, this is the result.

Instant Pot Slow-Cooker Skinny Copy-Cat Starbucks Caramel Apple Cider

One gala or honey crisp apple has a little over 20 grams of sugar. There is no need to pile on the sugar when you make your own apple cider. You will probably want to sweeten it some. But there’s no need to go overboard. I used a little bit of organic stevia in this recipe. Feel free to add additional stevia if you do feel like you need something a little sweeter. I feel like this recipe has the perfect balance of sweet and the spices of fall.

Instant Pot Slow-Cooker Skinny Copy-Cat Starbucks Caramel Apple Cider

This recipe saves 33 grams of sugar in comparison to the Starbucks version. Do yourself a favor. Make your favorite drinks at home! You can save some money and potential damage to your waistline.

You will have to strain this recipe to get the cider. The perk here is if you are a fan of applesauce, you have a yummy fall version to save for later! Save the strained apple mixture if you wish.

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Instant Pot Slow-Cooker Skinny Copy-Cat Starbucks Apple Cider

Instant Pot Slow-Cooker Skinny Copy-Cat Starbucks Apple Cider is a quick and easy crockpot and pressure cooker recipe that is low-calorie with cinnamon.

Course Dessert, Drinks
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 157 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 3 gala apples, chopped
  • 3 honeycrisp apples, chopped
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • 3 ground cloves
  • 3 tbsp stevia
  • whipped cream, for topping
  • sugar-free caramel I used Smuckers
  • ground cinnamon for topping
  • 6 cups water, Use enough water to completely cover the apples

Instructions

Instant Pot Instructions (Click the video above for step by step guidance.)

  1. Combine all of the ingredients in the Instant Pot.

  2. Close and cook on Manual/High-Pressure Cooking for 10 minutes.

  3. When the Instant Pot indicates it is done, quick release the steam.

  4. Open the pot and puree the mixture using a hand blender. You can also mash with a potato masher. If using a hand blender, be careful! The mixture will be hot. Be careful of splashes. Blend with the blender fully submerged in the mixture.

  5. Close and cook on Manual/High-Pressure Cooking for 5 additional minutes.

  6. Quick release the steam. Strain the mixture using a strainer.

  7. Serve topped with whipped cream, caramel, and cinnamon.

Slow Cooker Instructions

  1. Combine all of the ingredients in the slow-cooker.

  2. Close and cook on high for 2.5 hours or low for 7 hours.

  3. Open the slow-cooker and puree the mixture using a hand blender. You can also mash with a potato masher.

  4. Close and cook for an additional hour on low, 30 minutes on high.

  5. Strain the mixture using a strainer.

  6. Serve topped with whipped cream, caramel, and cinnamon.

Recipe Notes

I used a little bit of organic stevia in this recipe. Feel free to add additional stevia if you do feel like you need something a little sweeter. I feel like this recipe has the perfect balance of sweet and the spices of fall.

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Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)

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This Instant Pot chicken drumsticks and rice (arroz con pollo) recipe was the perfect Instant Pot experiment. Cinco de Mayo was this past weekend. I spent all last week posting my favorite recipes perfect for Cinco de Mayo to my Instagram account. I got so caught up in the hype that I started to crave more similar dishes. I have also been doing a bunch of experimenting with my Instant Pot lately. I am so fascinated with this kitchen gadget! I decided to make arroz con pollo because I wanted to give drumsticks a try in the pot. I am not usually a fan of drumsticks. I am more of a white meat kind of girl. I love breasts and wings. However, I felt like white meat chicken would be too dry for a dish like this. 
 
 
 Calories: 499       Fat: 16G        Net Carbs: 41G          Protein: 42G
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 Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)

Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)

Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)

I chose to use extra long grain enriched rice for a couple of reasons.

Time:
I love brown rice. A lot of my other posts rave about brown rice and the associated nutritional benefits. Brown rice takes a long time to cook…..even using the Instant Pot! Brown rice prepared in the Instant Pot takes 25-30 minutes. My Instant Pot experiments are focused on time-saving. My goal is to prep meals with the Instant Pot in less than 45 minutes, ideally, less than 30 minutes. Long-grain enriched rice can be prepared in the Instant Pot in less than 10 minutes. ULTIMATE WIN!

Nutritional  Benefits:
Enriched white long grain rice is enriched to replenish nutrients that are removed during the milling process. Enriched white rice has been mixed with vitamins and nutrients to boost nutritional value. When rice is processed into white rice, the majority of its nutritional value is lost. The fiber and bran are removed. This is one of the main reasons why I flock to brown rice. Brown rice is rich in fiber. Even after enriching white rice with the nutrients mentioned, it is not as nutritious as brown rice. Brown rice still beats white rice in my opinion. However, in this instance, enriched white long grain rice makes a great alternative.

Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)

Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)

Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks and Rice (Arroz con Pollo) Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)This chicken is so tender the meat is falling off the bone….just the way I like it!

 

Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks and Rice (Arroz con Pollo)

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Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks with Spanish Rice (Arroz Con Pollo)

Healthy, skinny, lightened-up Instant Pot chicken drumsticks (arroz con pollo) is a quick and easy 30-minute dish perfect for weeknight dinners with juicy chicken and savory rice.

Course dinner, lunch
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 499 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 8 drumsticks
  • 1 cup enriched long grain white rice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup cilantro or parsley chopped
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 2-3 garlic cloves
  • McCormick's Grill Mates BBQ seasoning to taste
  • McCormick's Grill Mates Montreal Chicken Seasoning to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp paprika

Instructions

  1. Turn the Instant Pot on to the sautee function. Allow it to register as hot. Add the olive oil, onion and garlic. Allow to cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. 

  2. Season the drumsticks with the chicken seasoning, BBQ seasoning, salt and pepper. Using tongs add the drumsticks to the pot. Allow the chicken to glaze for a couple of minutes on each side. Remove the chicken from the pot.

  3. Deglaze the pot by scraping the brown bits from the chicken from the bottom of the pot. Add the water, chicken broth, and tomato paste, coriander, cumin, paprika, and oregano. Stir well. 

  4. Add the rice and the drumsticks back to the pot. Place the lid on tip and ensure the release is set to seal. 

  5. Cook for 12 minutes on high.

  6. Allow the pot to steam on it's own without quick release. This will take a few minutes. The Instant Pot will alert you when it is safe to open the pot.

  7. Allow the pot to sit for an additional 3 -4 minutes so that the rice can become fluffy. Open the lid carefully. Stir the rice. 

  8. Sprinkle with cilantro or parsley. Allow to cool. Serve!

 

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How to Make Spaghetti Squash Using the Instant Pot

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How to make spaghetti squash using the Instant Pot…it’s actually quite simple. I have had spaghetti squash on a few different occasions. I loved it from the first time I tried it. After researching recipes on how to prepare it on my own, I learned that spaghetti squash takes 45-60 minutes to make. That does not sound like a terribly long time, but when you are strapped for time, an hour can feel like an eternity!

An hour is also a long time because baking the spaghetti squash isn’t usually the only part of prepping the meal. You aren’t going to eat spaghetti squash without pairing it with something else! I am thankful the Instant Pot has arrived in my life to save the day. Now spaghetti squash only takes 7 minutes!

I had my eye on the Instant Pot for about 9 months before I finally gave in and purchased one. To be honest, I initially had no idea how it worked and how it could benefit me. I kept seeing amazing videos on Snapchat and Instagram. I became so intrigued I had to do some research on my own.

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What is an Instant Pot?

It is a multi-cooker that does the job of a slow cooker, electric pressure cooker, rice cooker, steamer, yogurt maker, sauté/browning pan, and warming pot. It’s a single appliance that does the job of seven different kitchen appliances or tools.

The Instant Pot website says you can reduce your cooking time by 70% because of the following: 

  • 12 pre-programmed operation buttons (Rice, Multigrain rice, Congee/Porridge, Sauté/Browning, Soup, Poultry, Meat & Stew, Beans & Chili, Steaming and Slow Cook, Keep warm, and Yogurt).
  • The pre-programmed buttons automate the cooking process. No more standing around watching and waiting for meals to cook.
  • You can delay cooking (up to 24 hours) to plan ahead of time. You can use all of the pre-programmed operations, with the exception of saute’ and yogurt.

Sounds pretty awesome right? There are so many features I am dying to try out, specifically the cake (for cheesecake  🙂 ) and yogurt settings. 

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Why Spaghetti Squash?

Spaghetti squash looks similar to typical squash but it’s larger and more round. In its raw state, if sliced, it will also look similar to regular squash. When cooked, strands form on the inside flesh creating angel hair-like strands, that resemble pasta. Spaghetti squash can be used in a lot of dishes to cut down on carbs and also boost nutritional value. It’s packed with nutrients. It’s perfect for vegan, gluten-free, paleo, and just plain old healthy recipes! One cup of spaghetti squash has about 42 calories and 8 grams of net carbs. One cup of white spaghetti pasta has about 220 calories and 40 grams net carbs. There is a huge difference when comparing the variance in net carbs! Carbohydrates are the body’s first defense for fuel. Your body burns carbs FIRST for energy. When carbs are depleted, it moves on to burning fat.  I pay less attention to the calories variance here because the fewer carbs you consume, the more room your body has to burn fat. 

Now for the burning question……does it taste like pasta?! 

No. Not to me. For me, it does not have to taste like pasta in order to be considered delicious. I LOVE veggies. I love vegetables, even more, when I can dress them up using an amazing recipe! And I have done just that. Check out my Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash Chicken Alfredo recipe. The cream sauce and juicy, savory chicken paired PERFECTLY with the spaghetti squash. I always say consistent healthy eating does not have to be a curse. You really just have to get creative.  

How to Cook Spaghetti Squash

  1. Cut the spaghetti squash in half, crosswise (not the long way).

  2. Scoop out the seeds and discard.

  3. Add 1 cup of water to the pot. Place the spaghetti squash halves in the instant pot, with the cut sides facing up.

  4. Place the lid on the pressure cooker and cook on high pressure for 7 minutes. 

  5. After the 7 minutes, release the valve at the top of the pressure cooker to lower the pressure. 

  6. Remove the lid and the squash. Poke the squash to ensure it’s tender. Shred the squash with a fork to create “spaghetti.”

 

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