Creating a Slimming World-friendly Chicken Fajita Pie blends the delicious flavors of chicken fajitas with the comforting form of a pie, all while keeping it low in syns. This recipe will focus on using ingredients that are either “free” or low in syns according to Slimming World guidelines, ensuring that you can enjoy this tasty dish as part of your meal plan. Remember, for the most precise syn values, it’s best to consult the latest Slimming World literature or app, as syn values can vary.
nutritional information per serving for the Slimming World-friendly Chicken Fajita Pie, assuming it serves 4:
- Calories: 350-400
- Protein: 30-35g
- Carbohydrates: 35-45g
- Fat: 10-15g
- Fiber: 5-8g
- Using Wraps as Healthy Extra B: The pie is syn-free per serving, excluding any extra condiments or variations.
- Not Using Wraps as Healthy Extra B: Approximately 5-6 syns per serving, assuming the pie serves 4.
These estimates vary based on the specific ingredients and quantities used.
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes
- Serving Size: Serves 4
Ingredients:
- For the Filling:
- 500g chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder (adjust according to taste)
- Low-calorie cooking spray
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 200g canned chopped tomatoes
- Juice of 1 lime
- For the Pie Crust:
- 4 whole wheat wraps (use ones that are permissible as part of your Healthy Extra B, or account for their syn value if not)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- For Serving:
- Fat-free natural yogurt or fromage frais
- Fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F, gas mark 6).
- Cook the Filling:
- Heat a large pan over medium heat and spray with low-calorie cooking spray.
- Add the chicken, peppers, and onion, cooking until the chicken is browned and the vegetables are soft.
- Add the garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes and lime juice, and simmer for 5-10 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Spray a pie dish with low-calorie cooking spray.
- Lay one or two whole wheat wraps at the bottom, pressing them into the sides to form a base and sides of the pie.
- Spoon the chicken fajita mixture into the wrap-lined pie dish.
- Cover the top with the remaining wraps, trimming any excess. You can cut the wraps into strips and weave them for a lattice effect if desired.
- Brush the top of the pie with the beaten egg to help it brown.
- Bake the Pie:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pie is golden and the wraps have crisped up.
- Serve:
- Let the pie cool slightly before slicing.
- Serve with a dollop of fat-free natural yogurt or fromage frais and a sprinkle of fresh coriander.
Enjoy this comforting and tasty Slimming World-friendly Chicken Fajita Pie as part of your healthy eating plan. It’s perfect for a satisfying dinner that the whole family can enjoy!
This gives you enough time to prepare and cook the chicken and vegetables, assemble the pie, and bake it until golden brown.
