Zucchini Boats

5 from 1 vote

A flavorsome filling inside hollowed-out zucchini and topped with parmesan cheese make these zucchini boats a delicious main dish delivered in a fun way.

Prep Time5

Cook Time38

Total Time43

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Zucchini Boats Recipe

Servings:

Calories: 522kcal

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
½ red onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound chicken breasts, chopped into small pieces
1½ cups pasta sauce
1 cup mozzarella, shredded
3 zucchini, sliced in half lengthways
1 cup parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Melt the butter in a skillet and add the chopped onion. Cook until translucent.
Add garlic and cook for a further 2 minutes.
Add the chicken and brown on all sides. Add the pasta sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
Add the mozzarella cheese, stir into sauce and remove from heat.
Cut zucchini down the middle lengthways.
Use a spoon (or melon ball tool) to remove the inside. Scoop out to create little boats.
Place face up in a baking dish and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Spoon the chicken mixture into each boat and top with parmesan cheese.
Bake in the oven for 30 minutes.
Remove and serve immediately.

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Notes

You could add panko bread crumbs on top of the parmesan cheese for a bit of added crunch.
A teaspoon is about the right size to scoop out the zucchini flesh. Or you could use a melon baller instead.
Oven temperatures vary and may need to be recalibrated periodically to ensure they are accurate. Make sure to keep a close eye on your zucchini boats as the suggested baking time approaches.
If you prefer your zucchini with more of a crunch, take 5 minutes off the cooking time. Also, if you like it softer, add 5 minutes.

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