Hoppin John with Shrimp Weight Watchers

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this lightened-up Weight Watchers version of Hoppin’ John with Shrimp! This Southern-inspired dish combines tender shrimp, protein-packed black-eyed peas, and hearty brown rice, all cooked with aromatic vegetables like bell peppers, celery, and onion. A touch of smoked paprika and thyme lends a rustic, smoky depth, while a dash of optional hot sauce adds a kick of heat. Simmered in low-sodium chicken broth, this one-pan meal is both flavorful and satisfying, all while being mindful of your health goals. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a wholesome, WW-friendly recipe freshened up with green onion garnish and perfect for anyone seeking a nutritious yet comforting option.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 stalk celery stalk, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups black-eyed peas, cooked and rinsed
• 1.5 cups long-grain brown rice, cooked
• 10 ounces medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 teaspoons hot sauce (optional)
• 2 tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and swirl to coat the pan.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion, celery, and green bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables have softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, thyme, and smoked paprika. Cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Stir in the cooked black-eyed peas and brown rice. Season with salt and black pepper. Let the mixture cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to heat through.

Step 6

Push the mixture to one side of the skillet and add the shrimp to the other side. Cook the shrimp for about 3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and fully cooked.

Step 7

Mix the shrimp into the black-eyed peas and rice. Stir in hot sauce if using and adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Garnish with thinly sliced green onions before serving. Divide the dish into 4 servings and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1945.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1476.8

Total Fat 37.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 553.6mg	0%
Sodium 2176.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.5g	0%
Total Sugars 27.5g
Protein 114.1g	0%

Vitamin D 507.0IU	0%
Calcium 423.0mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 2974.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.3%

Protein: 29.9%

Carbs: 47.9%