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Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Chicken and Cheese: Easy Recipe!

Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Chicken and Cheese

A delicious and easy recipe for stuffed zucchini boats filled with chicken and cheese, perfect for a healthy meal.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium zucchinis
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the center to create boats.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
  4. Add ground chicken to the skillet and cook until browned.
  5. Stir in diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and mix in half of the mozzarella cheese.
  7. Fill each zucchini boat with the chicken mixture.
  8. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  9. Place the stuffed zucchinis on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the zucchinis are tender and the cheese is bubbly.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the stuffing for extra flavor.
  • Can substitute ground chicken with turkey or beef.
  • For a vegetarian option, use black beans or lentils instead of meat.

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