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The Perfect Stovetop Rice

Recipe below for how I make the PERFECT rice on the stove! No special equipment required, just a pot with a lid.

P.S. - add some cooked riced cauliflower into the rice after it is done cooking and you will never notice it is there! Perfect way to get some veggies in!

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The Perfect Stovetop Rice

3.25 from 4 votes
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Course Sides
Servings 2 servings

Ingredients
 

  • ½ cup rice dry
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 teaspoon light olive oil
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • add rice, water, oil and salt to a small pan and place on the stove and turn on the highest heat setting
  • once water begins to boil, stir well and bring down to low heat (about a 2 or 3)
  • let some heat escape for about 2 minutes then cover and cook until all the water has evaporated and the rice is fully cooked
myWW Points per Serving:
💚: 5
💙: 5
💜: 1 (if using brown rice)
✔️: 170 calories
Course Sides
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Chicken/Turkey

Teriyaki Bowls

Teriyaki bowls are the perfect meal prep or dinner! They are low in points but high in flavor! Serve over rice or cauliflower rice.

I typically make this with lean ground turkey breast but you can do ground chicken breast as well. You can also sub for lean ground beef which will add some points.

Then, I always top it off with lots of fresh greens!

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Teriyaki Bowls

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Course Main Dish
Cuisine Takeout
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
 

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger minced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ⅓ bell pepper diced
  • ⅓ white onion diced
  • 1 pound 99% fat free ground turkey breast (1 pound = 1 package)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika

Sauce Ingredients

  • ¼ cup soy sauce low sodium
  • ⅛ cup rice wine vinegar
  • ⅛ cup brown sugar replacement Swerve
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

  • Add sesame oil to a large pan and allow it to heat up over medium/high heat
  • Add minced ginger and minced garlic to the pan and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute
  • Add diced pepper and diced onion and cook until slightly soft, about 3 minutes
  • Add turkey and eason with salt, pepper and paprika. Break up the turkey while cooking
  • Meanwhile, combine soy sauce, vinegar and sugar in a small bowl. Combine cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water in another bowl
  • Once turkey is almost cooked (almost all the pink is gone), add the sauce (soy sauce mixture) into the pan. Allow it to come to a slight bowl and thicken as the turkey finishes cooking
  • Once fully cooked, add cornstarch mixture (little by little), until desired thickness is reached
myWW Points per Serving:
💚: 3
💙: 1
💜: 1
✔️: 150 calories
Keyword Ground Chicken/Turkey
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Takeout
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Air Fryer

Onion Rings

Warning: these onion rings are EXTREMELY addicting. But for real, these things are too good! It was hard not to devour every single one before taking this photo. (I definitely had a few though let’s be honest). They have the perfect amount of crunch with the perfect fried onion taste. UGH SO GOOD!!

I dipped them in my zero point healthy homemade ranch sauce but I also love them with my copycat bloomin onion sauce to give them a restaurant style feel. (Those recipes linked below)

(P.S., try this out with bell peppers too!)

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Onion Rings

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Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
 

  • 1 sweet vidalia onion
  • ⅓ cup flour
  • ⅛ cup cornmeal
  • 2 egg whites egg beaters
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  • slice onion into four slices about 1 inch thick. Carefully, break apart the slices to separate the onion rings
  • place flour into a large bowl. Add in onion rings and carefully toss to lightly coat each ring in flour. Shake off the excess flour from the rings and set on a clean plate
  • pour your eggs into a bowl just big enough to fit the rings. Add the cornmeal and seasonings into the bowl with the flour
  • preheat air fyer to 300 degrees and spray with cooking spray to grease
  • one by one, dredge the onion ring in the eggs, shake off the excess and then place in the flour bowl and completely coat it. Place the same ring back into the egg, completely coating it in another layer of egg, shaking off the excess. Place the ring back into the flour and carefully coat it in another layer of flour. Set aside on a clean plate
  • repeat for each onion ring
  • once completely coated, place in a greased air fryer. Air fry for 20-25 minutes, until rings are crisp. Flipping and spraying with cooking spray every about 5-7 minutes
myWW Points per Serving:
💚: 3
💙: 3
💜: 3
✔️: 150 calories
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
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Air Fryer General Tso Chicken

One of my specialties is takeout dishes and one of my favorite dishes is this air fryer general tso chicken made with a delicious, gluten free sauce.

General Tso Chicken is probably one of my most popular recipes. There’s no excuse to get takeout when we have AMAZING dishes like this one! I have been making this dish SO SO much recently and I don’t care! It’s insanely delicious, low on points and tastes just like the real thing! And don't worry, I always build in some extra sauce if you want to serve it over rice or veggies.

One of my specialties is takeout dishes and one of my favorite dishes is this air fryer general tso chicken made with a delicious, gluten free sauce.

Takeout is my absolute favorite cuisine (yes, it is totally a cuisine). Nothing even compares. But when your favorite dishes are a million points (not an over exaggeration), what do you do!? Well, I made my own. And lemme tell you, I haven't had takeout in years and I don't even miss it. My General Tso chicken is in my top two favorite recipes of mine (right behind sweet and sour). It is a fan favorite and probably better than takeout!

The recipe can be easily doubled, tripled, quadrupled, etc. It also makes great lunch leftovers! And don’t worry, I always build in extra sauce in my recipes to pour over your rice!

FAQs -

Do I have to make this recipe gluten free? I made my air fryer General Tso chicken with a gluten free sauce; however, you do not have to. Just swap out the gluten free item - soy sauce - for gluten filled alternatives.

Can I make this recipe another way? If you do not have an air fryer, you can make this chicken in the oven. It will not be as crispy; however, it will still be really good!

What You Need for General Tso Chicken

First off, you will need an air fryer, you can use a basket type air fryer; but, I really like a rack type air fryer as well. If you do not have an air fryer, you can bake the General Tso chicken nuggets in the oven; however, it does not come out as crispy.

For the ingredients, it kind of seems like a lot of things, but it really is quite simple to make. I will give you all the tips and tricks how to make the gluten free General Tso chicken sauce to make this recipe a breeze.

Gluten free general tso sauce ingredients
for the battered chicken:
  • Chicken
  • Corn Starch
  • Seasonings
Chicken Tenderloins

I  typically use chicken tenderloins when I need nuggets sized chicken, but you can use other cuts of chicken. Chicken tenderloins are already thin, so minimal cutting is required, which is why I like them. However, chicken breasts or chicken thighs can work well too. But, you can use beef, pork or even tofu if you are vegetarian. Any kind of protein will work great in this recipe. Remember to cut the chicken, or your preferable substitution, in the same size, so they are all cooked simultaneously.

Corn Starch

Corn starch is really great in this recipe, but there are other ways to coat chicken. If you have flour, that works great here as well. Alternatively, a mixture of flour and breadcrumbs can work as well. If you do not want to make battered General Tso chicken, you can skip coating the chicken and just cook it to your preference.

for the yummy sauce
  • Chicken broth
  • Sugar free BBQ sauce 
  • Rice vinegar
  • Soy sauce 
  • Brown sugar replacement 
  • Cornstarch
brown sugar 

Brown sugar replacement is a staple in my household, it is great on so many dishes. I use the Swerve brand; however, Splenda has a brown sugar blend, and, alternatively, you can use regular brown sugar.

Soy Sauce

For the soy sauce, this is a gluten free General Tso chicken sauce; therefore, I use the gluten free substitutes. I also use the low sodium version as well. However, you are welcome to use whatever kind that you like.

BBQ Sauce

My favorite BBQ sauce is the G Hughes sugar free version. That is what I typically use; however, you can use your favorite brand of sauce.

for the slurry

What is a slurry? It is a liquid-y mixture that makes the sauce thick! It just combines corn starch with some water. Add that into the sauce, after it is made, until you reach your desired thickness.

how to make General Tso chicken

Add sauce, slurry and coating ingredients to three separate bowls. Stir each to combine.

how to make Air fryer General Tso chicken nuggets

Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees and grease it with cooking spray. Cut chicken tenderloins up into bite size pieces, about 1 inch by 1 inch. One by one, add chicken pieces to the cornstarch mixture and roll chicken nuggets around the corn starch until evenly coated.

step 1: cut chicken nuggets

Once all the chicken nuggets are coated, place in the greased air fryer and air fry for 1 minute. Spray chicken with cooking spray (this will emulate actual frying, while keeping this orange chicken healthy) then air fry for another 3 minutes. Flip/shake the chicken and spray with cooking spray again. Air fry for another 4-6 minutes, or until thoroughly cooked.

step 3: nuggets on air fryer rack
how to make the gluten free General Tso chicken sauce

Then, let's go over how to make the gluten free General Tso chicken sauce. As mentioned, it does seem like a lot of ingredients but I promise it is so easy to make, and most importantly, so worth it. 

While the chicken cooks, heat a medium sized pan over medium heat on the stove. Add the sauce and stir until it comes to a boil. Turn down the heat to low/medium and let the sauce simmer for about 5-6 minutes, until thickening. Slowly stir the slurry into the sauce until desired thickness is reached.

Once the chicken is cooked and the sauce is thickened, toss it all together!

air fryer general tso chicken

There will be enough sauce to have some rice, you can either make my instant pot rice or my stovetop rice.

other ways to cook the chicken

If you do not have an air fryer, you can still make General Tso Chicken. Just bake these in the oven at 425 degrees for 10-12 minutes. Be sure to follow the same instructions for spraying and flipping the chicken.

Low carb ideas

If you want to make this recipe lower carb, you can skip the breading part. This air fryer General Tso chicken is amazing without breading too! Also, instead of rice, try some riced cauliflower. It is delicious with this sauce.

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Air Fryer General Tso Chicken

One of my specialties is takeout dishes and one of my favorite dishes is this air fryer general tso chicken made with a delicious, gluten free sauce.

Air Fryer General Tso Chicken

There’s no excuse to get takeout when we have AMAZING dishes like this one! I have been making this dish SO SO much recently and I don’t care! It’s insanely delicious, low on points and tastes just like the real thing! 
4 from 14 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Takeout
Servings 2 people
Calories 168 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 

Chicken Ingredients

  • 8 ounces chicken tenderloins about 5-6 pieces
  • ⅛ cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Sauce Ingredients

  • ¼ cup chicken broth fat-free
  • 3 tablespoon sugar free BBQ sauce G Hughes
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • ⅛ cup soy sauce low sodium
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar replacement Swerve

Slurry

  • ½ teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon water

Instructions

Chicken

  • Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees, spray with cooking spray
  • Cut chicken tenderloins up into bite size pieces, about 1 inch by 1 inch
  • Place cornstarch on a plate and season with the chicken seasonings, stir together. One by one, add chicken pieces to the plate and roll around plate until evenly coated.
  • Once all the chicken nuggets are coated, place in the greased air fryer and air fry for 1 minute. Spray chicken with cooking spray then air fry for another 3 minutes. Flip/shake the chicken and spray with cooking spray again. Air fry for another 4-6 minutes, or until thoroughly cooked.

Sauce

  • Add all sauce ingredients to a small pan over medium/low heat. Stir together and bring to a slight boil. Allow it to simmer for 5-10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine slurry ingredients (corn starch and water) in a small bowl, stirring to remove any clumps. Once sauce has finished simmering, slowly pour in slurry until desired thickenss is reached.
  • After everything is cooked, add chicken to the pan with the sauce and toss to evenly coat.

Nutrition

Serving: 8 piecesCalories: 168kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 26gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 1634mgPotassium: 489mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.5gVitamin A: 35IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Chicken Tenderloin
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Takeout
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Alcohol

Healthy Milkshake

Have you ever heard of a nonfat, ice cream free milkshake?? Well now you have!! I’ve cut down the points DRASTICALLY without removing any of that great milkshake taste or texture. I could sip on these all the time. Who’s with me!! 

Whipped cream not included and honestly I’m not a whipped cream fan, it was just pretty for the photo. But you can use a little sugar free whipped cream for zero points!

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Healthy Milkshake

whipped cream and sprinkles not included
2.75 from 4 votes
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Course Drinks
Servings 1 milkshake

Ingredients
 

Boozy Milkshake

  • ⅓ cup plain, nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoons Splenda
  • 1.5 ounces vodka 1 shot (Tito's is my preference)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup ice

Regular Vanilla Milkshake

  • ¼ cup plain, nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Splenda
  • ½ tablespoon sugar free syrup Jordan's Skinny Syrups (vanilla or other flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup ice

Instructions

  • place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Add more or less ice as desired
myWW Points per Serving:
💚: 2
💙: 1
💜: 1
✔️: 45 calories
*add 3 points and 70 calories for boozy version
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Oven

Crunchy Crack Broccoli

Crunchy Crack Broccoli... the name just speaks for itself! It has become my nightly vegetable and I cannot get enough. It’s crunchy and addicting 😉

Crunchy Crack broccoli

The best way to get your veggies in!

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Crunchy Crack broccoli

Crunchy Crack Broccoli

the name just speaks for itself
3.92 from 69 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Sides
Servings 2 people
Calories 104 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 1 head of broccoli
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar replacement Swerve
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking tray with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray
  • Chop broccoli up into bite sized pieces and place on the aluminum foil. Spray liberally with cooking spray. Add sugar to the broccoli and toss to evenly coat. Sprinkle with the cinnamon and salt (if you would like to add some oil and points into your day, sub the cooking spray for a teaspoon of light olive oil)
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, until soft (stirring halfway). Turn off the oven and let the broccoli set for 5 minutes
myWW Points per Serving:
💚: 0
💙: 0
💜: 0
✔️: 20 calories

Nutrition

Calories: 104kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 9gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 391mgPotassium: 962mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1895IUVitamin C: 271mgCalcium: 146mgIron: 2mg
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Copycat

Bang Bang Sauce

My homemade bang bang sauce recipe is the best way to spice up some chicken or shrimp. It only takes a few ingredients and a few minutes to create. The sauce is spicy, yet slightly sweet, and super creamy.

homemade bang bang sauce recipe with chicken and shrimp

What is Bang Bang Sauce

I was first introduced to this sauce at one of my favorite restaurants - The Cheesecake Factory. They have a bang bang chicken and rice bowl that is absolutely amazing. I would get that every time. Bonefish grill also has a bang bang shrimp dish that is really good too!

But, bang bang sauce is basically a creamy sauce that is spicy, yet a little sweet. This is from the sweet Thai chili sauce. My homemade sauce recipe subs out the typical mayo for a healthier alternative - plain, non-fat Greek yogurt.

The word 'bang' comes from the sound of deep frying the chicken or shrimp!

Ingredients

You only need a few ingredients to make this homemade bang bang sauce recipe.

  • Plain, Non-fat Greek Yogurt
  • Sweet Chili Sauce
  • Sriracha Sauce
  • Rice Vinegar
  • Splenda (optional)
ingredients

A typical sauce is made with mayo; however, I am substituting that with a healthier alternative: plain, non-fat greek yogurt. You can still use the mayo; however, Greek yogurt provides some protein to the sauce.

I typically use G Hughes sweet chili sauce; however, you can use any brand that you like. I do not find the G Hughes to be too sweet; therefore, I add some Splenda, or sugar, in as well.

How to Make Bang Bang Sauce

The recipe is very easy and only requires minutes of prep time; but, you will need some extra resting time.

All you need to do is mix together the ingredients in a bowl or Tupperware container; but, you can really use whatever vessel you have.

You should store the sauce in the fridge, for at least 30 minutes, to allow the flavors to form together. However, if you are low on time, you may skip this step.

What Dishes Should I Serve with Bang Bang Sauce

My favorite dish to serve this sauce is over some grilled chicken or shrimp. That is what you would typically see at a restaurant; however, there are so many great options for a protein here. Plus, you can also bread and air fry the shrimp for a crispy meal.

For a side, I love doing either rice or rice noodles; but, you can choose your favorite protein.

How to Store Bang Bang Sauce

Be mindful of when you opened your yogurt. A Greek yogurt is typically only good, opened, for 5 days in the fridge. To store the actual sauce, place it in an air tight container in the fridge. You can keep the sauce for up to 5 days from when the yogurt was opened.

I will only sauce the protein and sides that I am eating and then store everything separately in the fridge. I do not find that the meal holds up well in the fridge being pre-sauced.

Expert Tips

After mixing together all the ingredients, store in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to allow all of the flavors to mend together.

Serve cold with grilled chicken or shrimp for the best results.

Add more of less sriracha sauce depending on how spicy you like things! Plus, you can always add some Splenda or sugar to sweeten up the sauce.

bang bang sauce over noodles

FAQs

What Should I Serve with Bang Bang Sauce?

My favorite way to serve this sauce is cold over some grilled shrimp or chicken. I love pairing the protein with rice or rice noodles.

How Do I Serve Bang Bang Sauce?

Serve it cold and mix it into whatever you like!

How Do I Store Bang Bang Sauce?

Place just the sauce in an air tight container in the fridge. I like the store the sauce separate from any protein or sides I am making.

How Long with Bang Bang Sauce Last?

Be mindful of when you opened your yogurt. A Greek yogurt is typically only good, opened, for 5 days in the fridge. You can keep the sauce in the fridge for up to 5 days from when the yogurt was opened.

Bang Bang Sauce - Homemade Recipe

My homemade bang bang sauce recipe is the best way to spice up some chicken or shrimp. It only takes a few ingredients and a few minutes to create. The sauce is spicy, yet slightly sweet, and super creamy.

Bang Bang Sauce Recipe

A spicy, yet slightly sweet, super creamy sauce
3.75 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine Copycat
Servings 2 people
Calories 26 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • ¼ cup plain, nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons thai chili sauce G Hughes
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar

Optional

  • 3 teaspoons Splenda for a sweeter sauce

Instructions

  • add all ingredients to a small bowl and store in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to form together
  • I pour it cold over freshly cooked meat, rice or pasta!

Nutrition

Serving: 2 tablespoonsCalories: 26kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 2gFat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 61mgPotassium: 29mgFiber: 0.01gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.01mg
Keyword Seafood
Course Sauce
Cuisine Copycat
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Herb Roasted Fries

Who’s wishing it was Friday already!? Well now it can be with my delicious herb roasted fries!!

Seriously, how amazing do these look! I love the fresh flavors of herbs to spice up a classic dish.

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Herb Roasted Fries

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Servings 2 people

Ingredients
 

  • 1 large white potato
  • 1 teaspoon light olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon rosemary
  • ¼ teaspoon oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 1/16 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees and grease a baking tray with cooking spray
  • Cut potato lengthwise, into French Fry shaped slices Place on baking tray, drizzle with oil and toss to evenly coat
  • In a small bowl, combine the rest of the ingredients, stirring to mix. Sprinkle on potatoes and toss to evenly coat
  • Cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring/flipping every 10 minutes
myWW Points per Serving:
💚: 4
💙: 4
💜: 4
✔️: 250 calories
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Frozen Strawberry Margarita

If you add fresh fruit into your frozen margarita, it definitely counts as a smoothie! I lightened up every girl's favorite drink and added some fresh strawberries for some flavor! It is also great with some raspberries as well!

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Frozen Strawberry Margarita

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Servings 1 drink

Ingredients
 

  • 1.5 ounces tequila
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons Splenda 2 packets
  • ¼ teaspoon fresh orange juice one squeeze of an orange
  • 2 strawberries sliced
  • 1 cup ice

Instructions

  • blend all ingredients together. Add more or less ice as needed
myWW Points per Serving
💚:3
💙:3
💜: 3
✔️: 115 calories 
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Bloomin Onion

If there’s one restaurant dish I would all day, everyday, it would be a Bloomin Onion from Outback. I just looked on the app and can you believe that they’re 75 points!? HOW!? That doesnt work for me so I recreated it! And I can honestly say, who needs Outback when you have my recipe 😉 it’s just as great (maybe better) and way healthier!! Make sure you pair it with my copycat sauce.

This is 4 WW points per serving, which I half an onion. Make sure you also try out my mini blooming onions!

Bloomin Onion

4.34 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Copycat
Servings 2 people
Calories 198 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 

  • 1 sweet vidalia onion
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 2 egg whites egg beaters
  • ¼ cup cornmeal
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 1 pinch paprika

Copycat Sauce

  • ¼ cup plain, nonfat Greek yogurt
  • ½ tablespoon sugar free ketchup GHughes
  • 1 tablespoon minced horseradish sub: minced ginger root, honey mustard or mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 1/16 teaspoon oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne
  • 1 pinch pepper

Instructions

  • Cut the root off the onion, leaving the stem intact. With the stem facing up, cut the onion into quarters, being sure to start cutting about ½-3/4 inch from the stem. Cut each quarter into three to four more pieces, being sure not to cut all the way through as the petals need to stay firmly on the stem
  • Sprinkle the onion with flour, being sure to carefully lift up each petal to coat every piece. Shake off the excess flour into a bowl. In that bowl, combine the rest of the flour and the seasonings. In another bowl, add the egg
  • Brush each petal with egg wash, being sure to carefully lift up the petals to cover each piece. Shake off the excess egg
  • Add the cornmeal to the flour bowl and stir to combine. Sprinkle this mixture over the onion, being sure to carefully lift each petal to cover all surfaces
  • Air fyer in the greased air fryer at 300 degrees for 20 minutes. Spray with cooking spray every few minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 10gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 1373mgPotassium: 247mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 141IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Copycat
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Candied Carrot Chips

WOW. Just WOW. That is literally the only word I can think of to describe this recipe. My candied carrot chips are the greatest thing since sliced bread, but hey, I may be a little biased. I crave carrots ALL the time now, who knew that was even possible! I usually make an entire bag at a time but that gets a little dangerous because these are impossible to stop eating. Husbands love them and kids ask for more! The perfect addition to your dinner!!

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Candied Carrot Chips

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Servings 2 people

Ingredients
 

  • 6 ounces dip chip carrots about 45 carrots
  • ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1.5 tablespoons brown sugar replacement Swerve
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees
  • Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray (I do not like using real oil for these carrots as it slides right off and makes the bottom very gross and oily)
  • Add carrots and spray with cooking spray then sprinkle with all the seasonings. Toss to evenly coat
  • Bake for 20-22 minutes, flipping halfway, just until a few edges start to brown
myWW Points per Serving:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
💚: 0
💙: 0
💜: 0
✔️: 30 calories
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Copycat Chick-fil-A Sandwich

If you know me, you know one of my specialties is copycat Chick-fil-A. I stepped it up a bit and made ALL THREE of my favorite Chick-fil-A sandwiches. Here is the recipe for the spicy and regular fried chicken sandwiches. Just as delicious as the drive thru, but healthier. And don’t forget to pair it with my ZERO POINT Chick-fil-A sauce! Yummy!

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Copycat Chick-fil-A Sandwich

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Course Main Dish
Cuisine American, Copycat
Servings 1 people

Ingredients
 

  • 4 ounces chicken cutlet one piece
  • ¼ cup plain, unsweetened almond milk
  • ¼ cup dill pickle juice from a jar of pickles
  • ⅛ cup flour
  • ½ tablespoon confectioners sugar replacement Swerve
  • 1 egg egg beaters
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Spicy Sandwich Additional Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  • in a large bowl, combine pickle juice and milk (if making a spicy sandwich, add hot sauce as well)
  • Stab the chicken a few times with a fork to allow the flavors to penetrate the chicken. Add chicken into the bowl, cover and allow to marinate in fridge for at least 30 minutes or all-day
  • preheat air fryer to 400 degrees
  • meanwhile, on a small plate, combine flour, sugar and seasonings, stirring together
  • remove chicken from fridge, add egg to the bowl of chicken (without draining) and stir to combine with the other liquids
  • remove chicken from the bowl, shaking off the excess liquid
  • place chicken on the plate of flour, completely coating each side of the chicken in the flour mixture then set aside on a clean plate
  • spray air fryer with cooking spray then place coated chicken inside. Air fry for 1 minute then spray chicken with cooking spray. Cook for another 4 minutes. Flip chicken, spray with cooking spray and cook for another 5-7 minutes, until fully cooked
  • skip the air fryer and bake your chicken at 425 degrees for 12-15 minutes, or until thoroughly cooked. (Flipping halfway)
myWW Points per Serving:
💙: 2
💜: 2
💚: 4
✔️: 175 calories 
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Keyword Chick-fil-A, Chicken Breast
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American, Copycat
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Sesame Chicken

If you have been here for a while, you know one of my specialties is creating amazing, healthy takeout dishes! I have been working on my sesame chicken takeout dish for a while now and I have finally found the perfect combination. There is no need to get takeout now when you can have the best meal at home! And I guarantee you, this will save you a ton of points!

As always, there will be plenty of extra sauce if you choose to serve the chicken over rice or veggies.

Sesame Chicken

There is no need to get takeout now when you can have the best meal at home! And I guarantee you, this will save you a ton of points!
3.73 from 11 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Takeout
Servings 3 people
Calories 216 kcal

Ingredients
 

Chicken Ingredients

  • 12 ounces chicken tenderloins about 9-10 pieces
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

Sauce Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup soy sauce low sodium
  • ⅛ cup rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar replacement Swerve
  • 1 tablespoon sugar free ketchup G Hughes
  • 1 tablespoon chicken broth fat-free

Instructions

Chicken

  • Cut chicken tenderloins up into bite-sized pieces, about 1 inch by 1 inch
  • Add cornstarch, flour and chicken seasonings to a plate and stir to combine. Add chicken pieces to the plate, one by one, and completely coat with the flour mixture
  • Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees and spray with cooking spray. Add coated chicken pieces
  • Cook for 1 minute then spray with cooking spray. Cook for 3 more minutes. Flip chicken over then spray again. Cook for another 4-6 minutes, until fully cooked

Sauce

  • Meanwhile, heat sesame oil up in a small pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant
  • Add the remaining sauce ingredients and stir together to dissolve the brown sugar
  • Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to low/medium. Simmer for about 10 minutes, until thickened
  • Once the chicken is cooked, add to the pan with the sauce and toss to coat

Nutrition

Serving: 8 piecesCalories: 216kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 29gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 2324mgPotassium: 528mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 34IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Chicken Tenderloin
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Takeout
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Air Fryer General Tso Chicken
There’s no excuse to get takeout when we have AMAZING dishes like this one! I have been making this dish SO SO much recently and I don’t care! It’s insanely delicious, low on points and tastes just like the real thing! 
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Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers

My Philly cheesesteak stuffed peppers are everything you know and love about to classic dish, without all the added carbs. I make mine with ground beef because ground meet in peppers is amazing! It's a quick an easy dish for the whole family to enjoy!

Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers

makes three servings, one full pepper per serving
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Cuisine American
Servings 3 people

Ingredients
 

  • 3 green bell peppers
  • ½ red onion
  • ½ red bell pepper
  • 1 pound extra lean ground beef 96% fat free
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • ½ cup reduced fat, part skim shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Slice green peppers in half and deseed/core. Place on a greased baking tray, cut side up, and bake for 20-25 minutes, until soft
  • Meanwhile, heat a large pan over medium/high heat, spray with cooking spray. Slice onion and red pepper into thin strips. Add to the pan with half the seasonings. Sauté on the pan until they start to become a little soft and translucent
  • Add the beef and the remaining seasonings to the pan with the onion and pepper, stirring and chopping up the beef as it cooks. Completely cook the meat, drain and set aside
  • Remove the peppers from the oven, dump any excess water, stuff the pepper with a small amount of meat mixture and sprinkle with a small amount of cheese. Repeat this layering process until the peppers are competely stuffed and all the meat and cheese is used up
  • Place back in the oven for 5 minutes, until cheese is melted
myWW Points per Serving:
💚: 5
💙: 5
💜: 5
✔️: 215 calories
Keyword Ground Beef
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
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Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders

My husband and best friend are literally the biggest Nashville hot chicken critiques I have ever met! So, when I decided to get my foot into the Nashville hot chicken door, it had to be GOOD and lemme tell you, this stuff is GOOD. It is the perfect intense heat at first and then the cooling, honey flavor hits you at the end.

Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders

5 from 2 votes
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Cuisine American
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
 

Chicken Ingredients

  • 8 ounces chicken tenderloins about 3 pieces
  • ⅛ cup flour
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder

Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon light margarine ICBINB
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 1.8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar replacement Swerve
  • ½ teaspoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons water

Instructions

Chicken

  • in a small bowl, combine flour and all the chicken seasonings
  • press all sides of the chicken tenderloins into the flour mixture, to coat, then set aside
  • preheat air fryer to 400 degrees, greasing with cooking spray, the place chicken tenderloins inside
  • air fry for one minute, then spray chicken with cooking spray, air fry again for 4 minutes
  • flip chicken tenderloins over, spray with cooking spray, then air fry for another 5-7 minutes, until fully cooked (or bake in the oven at 450 degrees for about 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway)

Sauce

  • meanwhile, melt margarine in a small pan over medium heat
  • add the remaining sauce ingredients and stir to combine
  • bring to a slight boil then reduce heat to low/medium and simmer until thickened
  • once chicken is cooked, brush sauce evenly over all the tenderloins
myWW Points per Serving
💚: 4
💙: 2
💜: 2
✔️: 225 calories
Keyword Chicken Tenderloin
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
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Copycat Chick-fil-A Grilled Nuggets

The only recipe you need for the best copycat Chick-fil-A grilled chicken nuggets that are the compete dupe to the restaurant ones! I have been LIVING off Chick-fil-A grilled nuggets so I thought I would just make my own! They have the perfect Chick-fil-A taste and pairing them with my copycat sauce makes them even better! Now you can enjoy everything about the drive-thru at home!

The only recipe you need for the best copycat chick-fil-a grilled chicken nuggets that are the compete dupe to the restaurant ones!

Did You Know?

Did you know that Chick-fil-A actually brines their chicken in pickle juice. That is what we are going to do for our Copycat Chick fil A grilled nuggets! I get it, I am not the biggest pickle fan either; however, this step is essential. It does not have an overly pickle flavor, just really a hint, and only if you are really looking for it.

I, also, get this question a ton: where do you get pickle juice? Well, from a jar of dill pickles!! Just pour some out from your favorite jar of pickles and you have your pickle juice.

Sauce It Up!

Need a sauce for this? Try my copycat Chick-fil-A sauce, you know, the original stuff. Or, try my copycat Polynesian sauce! Only 1 points for 2 tablespoons.

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What You Need for Chick-fil-A Grilled Nuggets

Did you know that Chick-fil-A actually brines their chicken in pickle juice. That is what we are going to do! I get it, I am not the biggest pickle fan either; however, this step is essential. It does not have an overly pickle flavor, just really a hint, and only if you are really looking for it.

  • Chicken tenderloins
  • Pickle juice
  • Milk
  • Seasonings
ingredients
Substitutions and Suggestions

I use chicken tenderloins as they are already thin; therefore, less cutting. However, you can use any cut of chicken, you might just need to do some more cutting.

Did you know that Chick-fil-A actually brines their chicken in pickle juice. That is what we are going to do for our Copycat Chick fil A grilled nuggets! I get it, I am not the biggest pickle fan either; however, this step is essential. It does not have an overly pickle flavor, just really a hint, and only if you are really looking for it.

I get this question a ton: where do you get pickle juice? Well, from a jar of dill pickles!! Just pour some out from your favorite jar of pickles and you have your pickle juice.

Now, this is a hot topic as well... milk. Personally, I use plain unsweetened almond milk for just about everything. However, you can use another type of milk. I love almond milk because it is light and lasts longer in the fridge. However, I know people do not prefer it or have allergies; therefore, pick your favorite milk. The specific milk does not matter too much.

More the seasonings, use what you like. I keep it simple for these copycat nuggets; however, I really think Chick-fil-A needs a spicy grilled nugget. Try some ground red pepper in these too or marinate the chicken in some hot sauce.

How to Make Grilled Nuggets

Cut each chicken tenderloin up into bite-sized pieces, I do about 1 inch by 1 inch. In a large bowl, combine pickle juice and milk. Add cut up chicken, cover and allow to marinate in fridge for at least 30 minutes or up to all day (8 hours).

marinating the nuggets

Once ready, strain chicken pieces from the marinate and pat dry, slightly, with a paper towel.

Get your grill ready and heated. Add chicken to the grill and sprinkle with the salt, garlic powder and pepper. Grill chicken pieces on both sides until thoroughly cooked. (Please note that grilling times vary widely)

cooking the chicken

This recipe is also great in the oven (at 450 degrees for about 10 minutes), in the air fryer (at 400 degrees for about 8 minutes) or on the stove top!

Copycat Chick-fil-A Grilled Nuggets

The only recipe you need for the best copycat Chick-fil-A grilled chicken nuggets that are the compete dupe to the restaurant ones!

The only recipe you need for the best copycat chick-fil-a grilled chicken nuggets that are the compete dupe to the restaurant ones!

Copycat Chick-fil-A Grilled Nuggets

I have been LIVING off Chick-fil-A grilled nuggets so I thought I would just make my own! They have the perfect Chick-fil-A taste and pairing them with my copycat sauce makes them even better! Now you can enjoy everything about the drive-thru at home!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American, Copycat
Servings 2 servings
Calories 131 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 8 ounces chicken tenderloins about 3 pieces
  • ½ cup dill pickle juice from a jar of pickles
  • ½ cup plain, unsweetened almond milk
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon confectioners sugar replacement

Instructions

  • Cut each chicken tenderloin up into bite-sized pieces, I do about 1 inch by 1 inch. In a large bowl, combine pickle juice and milk. Add cut up chicken, cover and allow to marinate in fridge for at least 30 minutes or up to all day (8 hours).
  • Once ready, strain chicken pieces from the marinate and pat dry, slightly, with a paper towel.
  • Get your grill ready and heated. Add chicken to the grill and sprinkle with the salt, garlic powder and pepper. Grill chicken pieces on both sides until thoroughly cooked. (Please note that grilling times vary widely)
  • This recipe is also great in the oven (at 450 degrees for about 10 minutes), in the air fryer (at 400 degrees for about 8 minutes) or on the stove top!

Nutrition

Serving: 8 piecesCalories: 131kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 73mgPotassium: 424mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 35IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Chick-fil-A
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American, Copycat
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Sweet Fried Wings

The ULTIMATE boneless chicken wings, without all the points! This seriously tastes like you're sitting at a your favorite sports bar, enjoying your favorite appetizer. This was so good, I can never stop at one serving! Pair it with my homemade healthy ranch!

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Course Appetizer, Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings

Ingredients
 

Chicken Nugget Ingredients

  • 8 ounces chicken tenderloins
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Sauce Ingredients

  • ½ tablespoon light margarine ICBINB
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • ¼ cup soy sauce low sodium
  • 3 teaspoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar replacement Swerve

Instructions

Chicken

  • Cut tenderloins into bite size pieces
  • In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder, mixing to combine
  • Roll each chicken piece in the mixture to lightly coat and set aside on a clean plate
  • Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees
  • Place coated chicken in the air fryer and air fry for 1 minute. Pull the tray out and spray chicken with cooking spray (I prefer Pam butter flavor). Air fry for another 3 minutes
  • Pull the tray out and flip the chicken over. Spray again with cooking spray and air fry for another 4-5 minutes, until fully cooked
  • Or bake in the oven at 450 degrees for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway. Or cook on the stove with 1 teaspoon of light olive oil

Sauce

  • Meanwhile, in a small pan over medium/low heat, melt the margarine
  • Once melted, add the garlic and ginger, cooking for about 1 minute, until fragrant
  • Add the soy sauce, honey and brown sugar into pan with the butter. Stir together and bring to a slight boil and simmer until thickened
  • Once chicken is cooked, add to the pan of sauce and toss to coat
myWW Points per Serving: 
💚: 5
💙: 4
💜: 4
✔️: 192 calories
Keyword Chicken Tenderloin
Course Appetizer, Main Dish
Cuisine American
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Homemade Healthy Ranch

You know how whenever you go to a restaurant and their ranch just tastes SO MUCH BETTER. I mean come on, Ranch is already way too many points to eat a ton of it. But don't you worry... I have the ultimate ranch sauce for you. Healthy and delicious! Oh, and ZERO POINTS!!

how many WW points is this now?! Click on the link below and it will take you to the recipe I made within your own WW app. Your specific points will be calculated, and you can track that.

Homemade Healthy Ranch

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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Course Sauce
Servings 1 person

Ingredients
 

  • 3 tablespoons plain, nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons Ranch seasoning
  • ½ tablespoon Splenda
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and store in the fridge for at least 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to form together
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I can’t deny that I have been absolutely obsessed with pasta lately. I mean, can you blame me with dishes this low in points. My CHICKEN BACON RANCH PASTA is creamy, delicious and packs all the flavors. A rich cream sauce and bacon is really all you need in life.
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This chicken, bacon and ranch pasta casserole recipe is the creamy and delicious weeknight meal you have been craving!

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