Description
Delicious and easy Keto Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats, a low-carb, healthy twist on the classic chicken parmesan. Ground chicken is simmered with marinara sauce and cheese, then baked in hollowed-out zucchini halves until perfectly golden and bubbly. This recipe is perfect for keto and low-carb diets, combining flavorful ingredients into a nutritious, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 cups marinara or pasta sauce
- 2 cups freshly shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
Zucchini Boats
- 3 large zucchinis (or 4 small zucchinis)
- 1/2 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Cook Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook and chop the ground chicken until it is no longer pink. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to enhance the flavors.
- Add Sauce and Simmer: Mix in about 2 cups of marinara or pasta sauce with the chicken. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavors without becoming too runny.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Zucchini Boats: While the chicken simmers, de-stem and slice zucchinis lengthwise. Use a spoon or melon baller to hollow out the centers, creating boats to be filled later.
- Combine Cheese with Chicken Mixture: Stir in 2 cups of shredded mozzarella and 1/2 cup parmesan into the chicken and sauce mixture. Mix until the cheese is melted and well combined.
- Fill Zucchini Boats: Spoon the cheesy chicken mixture evenly into the zucchini boats. Then sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella and 1/2 cup parmesan cheese over the tops for a flavorful crust.
- Bake and Broil: Place the baking dish on the center oven rack and bake uncovered for 25 minutes. After baking, switch the oven to broil for a few minutes to brown and crisp the cheese topping. Watch closely to avoid burning.
Notes
- Chop the scooped zucchini flesh and save it for use in zucchini fritters, scrambled eggs, salads, or casseroles. It can also be added to the chicken mixture if preferred.
- You may end up with extra chicken mixture, which makes a great lunch the next day.
- For a lower carb option, Rao’s Marinara and pizza sauce brands are recommended due to their reduced carbohydrate content. They are widely available in many grocery stores.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed zucchini boat
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
