Throw an Award-Winning Oscar Party with Weight Watchers

j0406478 Planning an Oscar Party this weekend? Here are some timely tips from the folks at Weight Watchers.

Pre-Party

Party like you’re a celebrity by dividing your get-together into two parts. You can have the pre-show in one area of your home where you can “dish” on your favorite actors and your favorite fare. Once the show begins, move the scene to another part of your house with the TV … away from the food. This will help prevent mindless eating and keep the focus on the Oscars – not the finger foods.

Beverage Bar

Make sure to fill your bar with lots of no-calorie drink options, such as diet sodas, bloody mary mix (minus the alcohol), flavored waters, teas and coffees. Of course alcohol has a place at the party, but be aware that it can reduce your resolve. Try to extend your drink by turning your wine into a spritzer, mix vodka with local lemonade or stay away from alcohol altogether with a beautiful pitcher of sparkling water with sliced lemons, limes and oranges.

Dress Red Carpet Ready

Make sure to dress the part. Although you may just be lounging with some friends, it’s important to feel great in what you choose to wear. Wear something that makes you aware of your body and what you are eating. Wearing fitted, tailored styles will help remind you when you have had plenty to eat.

Looking for a great recipe to serve? Check this one out.

Chicken Saagwala
A flavorful filling chicken dish inspired by this year’s favorite movie from India, Slumdog Millionaire.

Prep 18 min Cook 20 min
POINTS® Value: 5
Serves 4 – Yields about 1 1/2 heaping cups per serving

Ingredients:

2 tbsp olive oil, divided
4 tsp curry powder, mild variety 1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp ground cumin
2 tbsp ginger root, fresh, finely chopped
2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 pound uncooked boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
2 large tomatoes, ripe, seeded and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
10 oz spinach, baby leaves
1/2 small sea salt 1
/4 cup water
2 tbsp cilantro, fresh, chopped

Instructions:

Place 1 tablespoon of oil, curry powder, coriander, cumin, ginger and garlic in a large nonstick skillet; cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until toasted and fragrant, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Add remaining tablespoon of oil and chicken to skillet; stir to coat with spiced oil.
Add tomatoes to skillet; cover skillet and cook for 10 minutes. Uncover skillet and stir to combine.
Add spinach to skillet; cover and cook for 5 minutes more. Uncover skillet and stir to combine.
Add salt, water and cilantro to skillet; simmer for 1 minute.

For more winning recipe ideas, check out the new Weight Watchers Momentum cookbook or visit www.weightwatchers.com.

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