Balancing a busy schedule with healthy eating can feel like an uphill battle. But what if you could whip up nutritious, Weight Watchers-approved meals in a fraction of the time? Enter the game-changer: your Instant Pot.
This versatile kitchen gadget is about to become your new best friend on your wellness journey. This mouthwatering round-up of 12 WW Instant Pot recipes is perfect for those hectic weeknight dinners. From savory soups and stews to tender chicken dishes, these options prove that eating well doesn’t have to be time-consuming or boring.
Say goodbye to the temptation of unhealthy takeout and hello to home-cooked meals that will keep you on track with your Weight Watcher goals. By choosing these healthier options, you’ll not only save time but will also fast forward your progress. Get ready to transform your weeknight dinner routine with these effortless, point-smart recipes that the whole family will love.
1. WW Instant Pot Recipes: Chicken Cabbage
This healthy instant pot chicken cabbage recipe is pure comfort food. It’s made with shredded chicken breast, cabbage, and milk. You can use leftover chicken or raw chicken breast to cook the chicken and cabbage in the Instant Pot. Add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top and broil until golden brown. It’s that easy!
2. Cuban Arroz Con Pollo
This recipe for classic Cuban Arroz Con Pollo is made easily in the Instant Pot in just 30 minutes and a serving totals up to 6 Weight Watchers points. It contains chicken, peas, red bell pepper, carrots, tomato paste, chicken broth, long-grain white rice, salt, and pepper, so you likely have most of the ingredients already!
3. WW Instant Pot Recipes: Honey Mustard Garlic Chicken
If you’re picturing tender, creamy chicken with a flavor that makes you want to lick the plate clean, you’re in the right place. This recipe uses the trusty Instant Pot to make things quicker and easier, as well as more flavorful. I love honey mustard chicken, and it’s often a favorite among many, so you’re going to love how easy this recipe makes it!
4. Instant Pot Birria
Birria can be served in various ways, including tacos, soup, and on a plate with diced fresh onions and cilantro. But it’s typically made with fatty cuts of meat like beef or goat meat. This lighter version uses leaner beef. You’re not going to miss out on flavor though – the Instant Pot keeps it tender while also infusing the traditional flavor you’re looking for.
5. WW Instant Pot Recipes: Beef Pho
If you’re dealing with any kind of cold, there’s not much better than a large bowl of beef pho. Pho even aligns perfectly with Weight Watchers guidelines and can be prepared with either traditional bone broth or a leaner version. The Instant Pot allows you to have all of the Pho flavor without letting it simmer for hours and hours. And it’s only 6 WW points per serving.
6. Easy and Delicious Chicken Stew
Another great option if you are dealing with a cold or just want some comfort food is a classic chicken stew. This version is made Weight Watchers friendly by minimizing the potatoes and adding in a ton of vegetables. The Instant Pot helps tenderize the veggies to the perfect soup texture.
7. WW Instant Pot Recipes: Stuffed Peppers
Stuffed peppers are a visually appealing and flavorful meal that can be made with just a few simple ingredients. The Instant Pot’s vegetable steam function transforms a seemingly intricate dish into a simple delicious meal. This dish only takes 25 minutes to make from start to finish and is just 3 Weight Watchers points per serving.
8. Perfect Instant Pot Tamales
Tamales are a traditional Mexican dish made with cornmeal dough and filled with savory ingredients such as meat, beans, vegetables, or cheese. They are wrapped in corn husks or banana leaves and steamed until cooked through. This recipe gives you tamales that are very close to the traditional taste for just 5 Weight Watchers points per serving.
9. WW Instant Pot Recipes: Pork Chops
For those who fear dryness or long cooking times when making pork chops, this Instant Pot Pork Chops recipe is a game-changer. It thrives on simplicity and maximum flavor. These take about 30 minutes to make, so you can whip up some mashed cauliflower or air fried veggies to serve alongside the pork chops for dinner.
10. Easiest Cabbage Rolls
This recipe is great for meal prepping and is a budget-friendly choice. It can be prepared in batches and frozen and then steamed in the Instant Pot. Tender cabbage leaves are used to hold spiced, savory ground beef and rice. And if you’re in the mood for a super healthy dish, there’s even a zero point version!
11. WW Instant Pot Recipes: Split Pea Soup
Imagine a creamy, healthy soup that is just 2 Weight Watchers points and is under 250 calories! The instant pot easily cooks the peas, carrots, and ham to the perfect texture and the entire dinner is ready in just 30 minutes. Normally, you have to slow-cook soup in order to develop the flavor, but this one doesn’t sacrifice flavor at all. This is great for any weeknight when you need something nutrient-rich to fight off a cold.
12. Apple Basalmic Chicken
This recipe, with just 2 Weight Watchers points, adds a fun twist to your diet without deviating from your goals. Despite the fact that you can grill or bake this recipe, it is highly recommended that you use the Instant Pot. As a result, you get the juiciest and most tender chicken breasts. The preparation time is less than five minutes. Whip up a quick salad while it’s cooking, and you’ll get dinner ready as quickly as you can!
If you’re short on time during weeknights but still want to stay on track with your Weight Watchers goals, don’t forget about the quick-cooking Instant Pot. It’s the key to quick, healthy meals!
I’d like some recipes please with
Points n calories
thanks for reading Mo. If you click the links you will be taken to the recipe page for those recipe. If you scroll to the bottom you will see the points and the calories for each recipe. let us know what you think!