WW-Friendly Broccoli Cheddar Chicken (Cracker Barrel Style)
🍗 Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (0 points)
- 2 cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets (0 points)
- 1 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese (about 8 points total)
- 1/2 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt (0 points)
- 1/4 cup fat-free or reduced-fat cream cheese (2 points)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth (0 points)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Steam or microwave the broccoli until just tender (about 3 minutes in the microwave with a splash of water). Set aside.
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and chicken broth together. Stir until smooth. Add 1/2 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and combined.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the baking dish. Top each with steamed broccoli, then pour the cheese sauce over everything.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar on top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
🧮 WW Points (Blue/Green/Purple):
| Ingredient | Points |
|---|---|
| Chicken breast (4 total) | 0 |
| Broccoli | 0 |
| Low-fat shredded cheddar (1 cup) | 8 |
| Fat-free Greek yogurt | 0 |
| Reduced-fat cream cheese (1/4 cup) | 2 |
| Total (entire recipe) | 10 |
| Per serving (4 servings) | 2–3 points per serving |
💡 Tips:
✅ Use fat-free shredded cheddar if available to lower points further.
✅ Serve with a side of roasted veggies or cauliflower mash for a complete low-point meal.
✅ Can also be made in a slow cooker for convenience (4–6 hours on low).