Tasty Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats

Alright, picture this: you’ve got a craving for crispy chicken parmesan mixed with something a little more waistline-friendly — but you’re not willing to sacrifice on flavor. Enter Tasty Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats. They’re packed with cheesy, tomatoey goodness but come in an adorable boat shape that’s, you know, kind of healthier? Plus, they’re an easy way to sneak in some veggies without even realizing it! Give them a whirl. Your tastebuds won’t regret it, but your table manners might because you’ll probably eat them like I do — with your hands and no shame.

So there’s this time I made these zucchini boats, and I swear, they disappeared faster than my toddler’s patience during a grocery store run. My husband? Oh, he claims he loves my cooking and all, but you give him these, and he looks at them like they’re a winning lottery ticket. We started making this recipe one night when all we had were some leftover chicken bits and some zucchini on their last legs. The first bite kind of knocked us on our butts — they’ve been on rotation ever since!

Why You’ll Love This Tasty Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats

1. For starters, they’re zucchini-fied — healthy but, like, not boring.
2. They please pretty much everyone: carnivores, veggie lovers, cheese-addicts.
3. No two boats are EVER the same, and that’s somehow delightful. Funny-shaped zucchini? Bring it on!

How to Make It

Okay, listen. You got some zucchinis, you got some chicken, and you got some cheese. First, you channel your inner Marie Kondo and decide which of those zucchinis spark joy — you know, pick the sturdiest ones. Hollow those babies out like you’re digging for buried treasure. Now, don’t freak out if there’s some crooked spots. Nobody cares!

Get your chicken cooked — you can be all fancy with seasonings if you want. Me? I toss whatever’s in arm’s reach. Mix the chicken with some basic tomato sauce and a whoooole lotta cheese. Stuff it all into those boats like they’re, well, boats ready for launching. Then more cheese on top because duh, cheese melts into gooey amazingness. Toss them in the oven until you can’t resist the smell any longer and your cheese is positively pornographic in its bubbling.

Ingredient Notes

– Zucchini: They’re the boat, captain! If they’re last week’s, just make sure they ain’t mushy. Weird ones work too.
– Chicken: Rotisserie saves the day when you’re lazy or live near a store. (Like us. Ha.)
– Cheese: Don’t skimp. Seriously, we all know cheese is life. Mozzarella’s a good choice, but I’ve been known to throw in cheddar. Once I even tried feta… don’t ask how that went.

Recipe Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Slice zucchinis in half, scoop out the insides to create boats.
3. Cook chicken, mix with tomato sauce and shredded cheese.
4. Stuff mixture into zucchini boats, sprinkle more cheese on top.
5. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, until cheese is melty and bubbly.

What to Serve It With

Try it with a big ol’ salad, some bread to mop up the cheese and sauce, or just eat ’em shamelessly on their own. I like a little garlic bread for a more Italian feast feel. Just don’t ask my toddler because she insists on fries even with spaghetti…

Tips & Mistakes

If you accidentally buy zucchinis the size of baseball bats, you’re not alone. They’ll still work, they’ll just look a bit goofy. Oh, and forgot to season the chicken once — zero stars, do not recommend… I learned the hard way, folks!

Storage Tips

These put leftovers to shame. Pop them in the fridge, then zap them in the microwave the next day. They’re weirdly good cold, like you’re eating some gourmet salad. Cold pizza for breakfast energy here.

Variations and Substitutions

Go rogue with your cheese choices — gouda works in a pinch! No zucchini? Try bell peppers or even eggplants. Once used rice instead of chicken for some random vegetarian guest we had. Worked like a charm, surprisingly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tasty Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats

This delicious Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats recipe is a low-carb, flavorful meal perfect for dinner. Tender chicken topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese served in zucchini halves.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 4 medium zucchini
• ▢ 1 lb ground chicken lean
• ▢ 1 cup marinara sauce
• ▢ 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ▢ 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ▢ 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• ▢ 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ▢ 0.25 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the center to create boats.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground chicken, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is fully cooked and browned, about 7-8 minutes.
• Spoon marinara sauce into the zucchini boats, then add the cooked chicken mixture on top.
• Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over each zucchini boat.
• Place zucchini boats on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
• Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

These zucchini boats make a perfect low-carb alternative to pasta dishes and are great for meal prepping.