Description
Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Creamy Chicken are a delicious and visually appealing dish that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. These zucchini boats are easy to prepare and packed with flavor, featuring a creamy chicken filling that elevates the classic zucchini recipe. Bake or grill them to perfection, and watch as your family asks for seconds! This versatile dish not only satisfies your cravings but also provides a nutritious option filled with protein and vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 1/2 cups pre-cooked chicken (cut into cubes or shredded)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion (finely diced)
- 7 cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Colby jack cheese
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Prepare the zucchini by trimming ends, halving lengthwise, and scooping out the flesh.
- Bake the zucchini halves cut-side up for about 15 minutes until slightly softened.
- In a skillet, sauté onion until soft, then add tomatoes, chicken, reserved zucchini flesh, garlic powder, oregano, and heavy cream. Stir in Parmesan until thickened.
- Fill the baked zucchini with the creamy mixture and top with grated Colby jack cheese.
- Bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg