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Cheesy Buffalo Bite Zucchini Boats

Adding a twist to the beloved Buffalo chicken, this innovative and straightforward recipe combines succulent chicken, tangy Buffalo sauce, and melty mozzarella nestled in fresh zucchini boats. A generous dusting of spices takes the flavor profile to a new level. We pay extra attention to ensure the ...
1
35 min
TOTAL TIME
316
CALORIES
$1.91
PER SERVING
Cheesy Buffalo Bite Zucchini Boats
Ingredients
SPICE MIX
4 SERVINGS
Pepper
1/2 tsp pepper
Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Onion Powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt
1 tsp salt
MAIN
Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Ground Chicken
1 lb ground chicken
Buffalo Wing Sauce
1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
Olive Oil
1 tbsp olive oil
Zucchini
4 medium zucchini
Directions
PREPARATION
15 min
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
35 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and oil a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2
Remove the ends of each zucchini, cut them in half, lengthwise. Using a spoon gently scrape out the inside of the zucchini, ensuring to leave about 1/4 inch on all sides to create a boat.
SPICE MIX
3
In a small bowl, create the spice mix by combining the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
MAIN
4
Preheat a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Lay the ground chicken into the skillet, breaking it into smaller pieces with a cooking spoon.
5
Sprinkle the pre-made spice mix over the chicken. Continue to cook the chicken until it is browned and fully cooked.
6
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir the Buffalo Wing Sauce into the chicken.
7
Scoop the seasoned Buffalo chicken into the prepared zucchini boats and distribute it evenly.
8
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the stuffed zucchini boats.
9
Place the filled zucchini boats into the oiled baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the zucchinis are tender.
Health Info
Macros
8g
CARBS
19g
FAT
28g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
MEDITERRANEAN
LOW CARB
Contains these allergens
MILK
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to peel the zucchini for zucchini boats?
How do I keep my zucchini boats from getting soggy?
What can I use as filling for my Zucchini Boats?
Do I pre-cook the filling for my Zucchini Boats?
How do I ensure my zucchini boats are flavorful?
Can I make vegan zucchini boats?
My zucchini boats are always undercooked. What am I doing wrong?
What size of zucchini should I use for zucchini boats?
How to make the stuffing moist, yet firm?
Can Zucchini Boats be made ahead and reheated?