Weight Watchers Chicken Corn Chowder soup

Here’s a healthy and delicious recipe for Weight Watchers Chicken Corn Chowder Soup, designed to be lighter while still full of flavor. This recipe is great for those following the Weight Watchers program, as it incorporates lower-calorie ingredients but maintains a rich taste.

Weight Watchers Chicken Corn Chowder Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (diced)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (or cooking spray)
• 1 medium onion (diced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels (drained, or 2 cups frozen corn)
• 2 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 1 cup fat-free half-and-half (or skim milk for even fewer calories)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• Optional: 1 tablespoon cornstarch (to thicken soup, if needed)

Instructions:

1. Cook the chicken:
   • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
   • Add the diced chicken breast and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
2. Sauté the aromatics:
   • In the same pot, add the diced onion and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
3. Add broth and vegetables:
   • Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
   • Add the diced potatoes and corn. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
4. Add chicken and seasonings:
   • Return the cooked chicken to the pot.
   • Add thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
5. Make the chowder creamy:
   • Lower the heat to medium-low and add the fat-free half-and-half (or skim milk). Stir well. If you want a thicker soup, you can mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with a small amount of water and then add it to the soup, stirring to thicken.
6. Simmer and adjust seasoning:
   • Let the soup simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until heated through. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or thyme if needed.
7. Serve:
   • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

WW Points:

• The points may vary slightly depending on the specific ingredients used (e.g., different brands of broth or dairy), but typically, this recipe is about 4-6 WW points per serving for a 1-cup serving size (based on the FreeStyle or Blue Plan). You can check the exact points using the Weight Watchers app based on your exact ingredients.

Enjoy your lighter, healthier Chicken Corn Chowder!