Crispy Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Delicious zucchini boats filled with seasoned ground chicken, marinara sauce, and melted cheese, perfect for a healthy meal.
Ingrédients
For the Zucchini Boats
- 2 medium zucchinis Halved and scooped out
For the Filling
- 1 pound ground chicken Can substitute with ground turkey or beef
- 1 cup marinara sauce Use homemade for less water content
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese For topping
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese For topping
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning For seasoning
- to taste Salt Season according to preference
- to taste Pepper Season according to preference
- Olive oil for drizzling To enhance crispiness
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Wash and slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise, then scoop out the insides.
Cooking the Filling
- In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground chicken and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
- Season the cooked chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the marinara sauce and mix well, allowing it to simmer for a couple of minutes.
Assembly and Baking
- Remove the skillet from heat and stuff each zucchini boat with the chicken mixture.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the stuffed zucchinis. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Place the zucchini boats in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your meal!
Notes
For added flavor, consider incorporating minced garlic or fresh basil into the filling. You can also arrange other toppings based on preference.