Quick and Easy Stuffed Zucchini Boats
These stuffed zucchini boats are a delicious and healthy meal option that can be prepared in under 90 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep!
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Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (4) medium zucchinis
- (2) chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- (1 cup) cooked quinoa
- (1 cup) black beans, rinsed and drained
- (1 cup) corn, canned or frozen
- (1 tsp) cumin
- (1 tsp) chili powder
- (1/2 tsp) red pepper flakes
- (1 cup) shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- (4 tbsp) fresh cilantro, chopped
- (2 tbsp) olive oil
- (1/2 tsp) salt
- (1/2 tsp) black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190 °C).
- 2
Cut the (4) medium zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds using a spoon to create boats. Set aside.
- 3
In a mixing bowl, combine the (2) shredded chicken breast, (1 cup) cooked quinoa, (1 cup) black beans, (1 cup) corn, (1 tsp) cumin, (1 tsp) chili powder, (1/2 tsp) red pepper flakes, (1/2 tsp) salt, and (1/2 tsp) black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 4
Drizzle the (2 tbsp) olive oil inside the zucchini boats and sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 5
Spoon the filling mixture evenly into the zucchini boats, packing them gently.
- 6
Top each filled zucchini boat with (1 cup) shredded cheese, distributing it evenly.
- 7
Place the stuffed zucchini boats on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is bubbly.
- 8
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with (4 tbsp) fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
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