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Low Carb Shredded Rotisserie Chicken Chili

October 29, 2019

Healthy low carb shredded chicken chili is an easy dinner you can make on the stove top or with a slow cooker. It’s the perfect meal for leftover rotisserie chicken or frozen shredded chicken. Try this chicken chili for nights when you need a quick and simple meal– you already have the ingredients! It’s also a great freezer meal for later. 

 

Low Carb Shredded Rotisserie Chicken Chili

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This chili is so easy to throw together for those nights when you need a quick and easy dinner – it’s made with ingredients that you usually have in your pantry and fridge (hello leftover chicken or shredded freezer chicken). 

This chili is totally delicious as-is and also perfectly easy to customize your way. Feel free to throw in any extra vegetables that you want – bell peppers, celery, zucchini, and broccoli would all be delicious.

If you like heat, feel free to add in a jalapeno pepper or even some hot sauce.

Get the recipe below– there’s directions for making this soup on the stovetop or even in your slow cooker. 

I know you’ll enjoy this slow cooker chili. It’s healthy and tasty, and did I mention it’s low carb? The perfect good-for-you and satisfying dinner meal for the end of your busy day. 

RELATED RECIPE: Low Carb Creamy Chicken Stuffed Peppers

 

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How to Freeze Shredded Chicken Chili:

Prepare chili as directed and then allow it to cool. Place soup in an freezer-safe airtight container or even in a gallon-sized freezer bag.

The soup will stay good in the freezer for up to 3 months.

 

What’s the easiest way to shred chicken?

The first step to perfectly shredded chicken is to cook some chicken breasts. You can cook it on the stove, in the pressure cooker, slow cooker, roast it in the oven, or even use a rotisserie chicken from the store. 

I like to use my slow cooker whenever possible, it’s simple and the chicken just falls apart for easy shredding. Check out this slow cooker recipe for perfect shredded chicken. You can make a big batch and freeze it for quick dinners later! 

Once your chicken is cooked, let it cool for a few minutes and then start shredding. Use 2 big forks (one in each hand) to shred the chicken, pulling in opposite directions. You can also use the stand-mixer method and shred the chicken on medium-low speed. It only takes a few seconds.

If you don’t have any tools, you can simply use your hands. Using your hands to pull apart the chicken is the easiest way to control the size of the pieces you are shredding. 

If you are going to shred a lot of chicken, you might want to invest in these tools that look like claws, called meat claws, to shred chicken easier. I like to use them if I have a large amount of chicken to shred, especially for big family gatherings. 

 

Is it easier to shred chicken hot or cold?

If the chicken is still warm it makes the shredding process a lot easier and faster. After you have cooked the chicken breasts, let it cool for a few minutes and then start shredding when the meat is still warm. If the chicken has cooled it is still possible to shred it, but it won’t be quite as fast. 

Now that you know how to make easy shredded chicken, try out this chicken chili recipe below.  

 

How to make this chili in the slow cooker:

If you have a slow cooker, this recipe is so easy to throw together!

Add all ingredients except for the cream cheese in the slow cooker.

Cover and cook on high for 2 to 4 hours, or low for 6 to 8 hours. It is okay if the chili ends up cooking a little longer on the “keep warm” setting.

Shred the chicken using two forks. Shred the chicken right in the slow cooker; or if it feels easier, transfer the large pieces to a bowl, shred, and then return the chicken to the slow cooker. Taste the chili and add salt and pepper as needed.

Cut the cream cheese into small pieces and add into the slow cooker. Stir until the cream cheese is completely incorporated into the soup.

Add desired toppings and serve!

 

Optional Chili Toppings:

  • fresh cilantro
  • shredded cheese (I used Mexican-blend shredded cheese, but Pepper jack is delicious as well)
  • diced green onions
  • diced avocado
  • sour cream
  • diced tomatoes
  • jalapeno
  • hot sauce
  • crushed tortilla chips

 

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Low Carb Shredded Rotisserie Chicken Chili
Prep time:  5 mins
Cook time:  25 mins
Total time:  30 mins
Serves: 6
 
Ingredients
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 pounds chicken breast, cooked and shredded
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 yellow zucchini squash, diced
  • 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 Tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large stockpot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add in onion and saute for 4-5 minutes (or until translucent). Add in garlic and saute 30 seconds more.
  2. Add in cooked chicken, chicken broth, tomatoes, squash, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and green chilies. Bring to a boil, then let simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
  3. Cut cream cheese into small pieces and add to stockpot.
  4. Stir until cream cheese is melted and completely incorporated into the soup.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, then serve.
  6. If desired, top bowls with cheese and fresh cilantro.
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Check out these other delicious Low Carb recipes:

  • Low Carb Chicken Enchilada Casserole
  • Low Carb Creamy Chicken Stuffed Peppers
  • 15 of the Best Low Carb Snacks
  • Baked Cajun Chicken and Vegetables
  • Grilled Greek Chicken Breast

 

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Healthy Chicken Avocado Salad Sandwiches [Low Carb]

May 12, 2019

If you love chicken salad and you love avocados, then you are going to be crazy about these chicken avocado salad sandwiches. Introducing the healthy version of chicken salad sandwiches– made with avocado and Greek yogurt. With low carb and high protein, this chicken avocado salad will keep you feeling full and energized for your day. 

 

Healthy Chicken Avocado Salad Sandwiches [Low Carb]

 

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If you love chicken salad sandwiches, this is the perfect healthy alternative.

Chicken salad sandwiches are great to make for easy and tasty meals, especially in the summer. 

Usually chicken salads are full of mayonnaise, but this salad is made creamy with a mashed avocado and a little bit of Greek yogurt.

Perfectly creamy and perfectly healthy. If you love chicken salad and avocados, you’re going to love it. You don’t have to sacrifice flavor when you are eating healthy. 

Get the recipe below. 

 

HOW TO PICK THE BEST AVOCADO

How can you tell if an avocado is ripe?

Ripe avocados are a dark green or black color with a few spots of green, although some types of avocados are still green when ripe so you need to pay attention to touch as well as color.

To choose the best one, squeeze the avocados gently. A ripe avocado will start to feel soft and tender, but not overly mushy. If it feels firm or hard, don’t plan on using it for a few more days because it isn’t ripe yet. The harder it is the longer it will take to ripen. You can also examine the stem and see if the area is green (ripe) or brown (over-ripe).

It can be tricky, but as you learn these tips you can easily find an avocado that will be ready when you need it.

 

HOW TO SPEED UP THE RIPENING PROCESS FOR AN AVOCADO

Avocados can be so unpredictable. They seem hard as a rock in the morning and over-ripe by dinner time. They never seem perfectly ripe when you are ready to use them. 

When you are at the store or farmer’s market, buy avocados that are in differing stages of the ripening process- some harder, some softer. That way they will ripen at different rates and you don’t have to eat them all on the same day. 

To speed up the ripening process, store avocados in a paper bag at room temperature. Add a banana or apple and it will ripen even faster, between 2-4 days. Put ripe avocados in the refrigerator as soon as you buy them, or as soon as you notice they are becoming ripe. This helps to prevent them from going bad before you eat them. 

If you cut open an avocado too soon and it isn’t ripe yet, you can still let it ripen and prevent it from browning. Cut the avocado in half and squeeze fresh lemon or lime juice on both sides, leave the pit inside, put the halves back together, and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until it is ready. 

 

HOW TO SERVE THIS AVOCADO CHICKEN SALAD:

  • Serve this on whole wheat bread, sandwich thins, wraps, pita bread, a croissant, crackers, tortilla chips, lettuce wraps, sliced cucumbers, or even dig in with a spoon. 
  • You can add romaine lettuce, tomatoes, sprouts, diced celery, shredded kale, or even diced jalapenos or some hot sauce for a little bit of heat. 
  • Make this simple recipe even easier by using rotisserie chicken or this Make Ahead Shredded Chicken recipe.

 

Nutrition facts for Avocado Chicken Salad:

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 255
Total Fat: 13.2 g
Saturated Fat: 2.4 g
Cholesterol: 74 mg
Sodium: 104 mg
Carbohydrates: 6.3 g
Fiber: 3.5 g
Sugar: 1.6 g
Protein: 27.6 g

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Healthy Chicken Avocado Salad Sandwiches
Prep time:  10 mins
Total time:  10 mins
Serves: 4
 
Ingredients
  • 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 2-3 Tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 Tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 Tablespoon finely diced red onion
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh chopped cilantro
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, mash avocado.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together shredded chicken, mashed avocado, plain Greek yogurt, and lime juice. Depending on how you like your salad, you can add more Greek yogurt if you feel like it's too dry.
  3. Add diced red onion, garlic powder, dried dill, and cilantro to the bowl; stir to combine (I used a large wooden spoon). Add in salt and pepper and then adjust the seasonings as needed.
  4. Enjoy!
  5. If you have leftovers, store in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days (the avocado may cause a slight discoloration, but it will still taste great!).
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Love avocados? Try some of my other delicious avocado recipes on Tone and Tighten:

Grilled Chicken Avocado Wraps

Blueberry Avocado Green Smoothie Recipe

Ham, Egg, and Avocado Breakfast Burrito Recipe

Avocado and Egg White Scramble Recipe

 

 

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Low Carb One Pan Chicken Sausage and Vegetables

March 18, 2019

The perfect one-pan meal that is simple and quick to clean up. This low carb chicken sausage and vegetables recipe tastes delicious and couldn’t be easier. A tasty and healthy low-carb meal full of lean protein, healthy fats, and tons of vegetables. Perfect for leftovers and meal prep. 

 

Low Carb One Pan Chicken Sausage and Vegetables

 

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What’s better than a delicious recipe? A delicious recipe that is simple to make and easy to clean up! 

That’s why I love one-pan recipes so much, you cook everything in one pan making clean up and dishes so quick and easy.

Try this one-pan meal for dinner tonight because you know you don’t want to spend your whole evening in the kitchen with dinner prep and clean up. Plus this recipe is perfect to make extras to use for meal prep for the week. Save time by making healthy meals for later. 

This low carb chicken sausage and vegetables recipe tastes delicious and couldn’t be easier. It’s a tasty and healthy low-carb meal full of lean protein, healthy fats, and tons of vegetables. 

Give it a try- I know you’ll love it.

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15 of the BEST High Protein / Low Carb Snacks

January 18, 2019

15 of my favorite high protein and low carb snacks that power me through the day – and still taste delicious!

 

Snacks are a huge part of my diet – especially when cravings hit each afternoon. However, so many snack foods are filled with sugar and carbs, which don’t do much to help you feel full or give you energy.

I have found that if I have a snack that is high in protein and lower in carbs, it helps power me through my day.

Protein helps you to feel more full because it signals the release of appetite-suppressing hormones, helps to slow down your digestion, and helps stabilize your blood sugar levels (which means you won’t get that carb/sugar crash shortly after eating your snack).

I wanted to share with you some protein snacks that I always keep on hand.

If you are trying to get more protein in your diet and less carbs, these are some snack ideas that you are going to want to add to your pantry and fridge!

 

Are you trying to lower your carb intake?

You are going to want to check out my newest cookbook: Low Carb Dinners.

My wife and I put together 40 of our family’s favorite dinners and BONUS – they are all low carb and high protein!

Get your copy of my Low Carb Dinners cookbook here!

Now onto the snacks!

 

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Low Carb Chicken Enchilada Casserole

October 10, 2018

An easy and delicious Low Carb Chicken Enchilada Casserole loaded with cheese and salsa verde flavor. Your family will love this dish! With cauliflower as a base (no tortillas), you get in a serving of vegetables as well.

We LOVE Mexican food at our house, but often it’s loaded with calories, fat, and LOTS of carbs. This dish is the solution to all your problems! You still get that delicious Mexican flavor without the guilt.

This dish is so simple to throw together on a busy weeknight, but it’s food you can feel good about feeding your family.

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