
Stuffed Zucchini Boats (With Creamy Chicken)
Ingredients
- 2 mediumzucchini
- 1 ½ cpre-cooked chicken
cut into cubes or shredded
- 3 tbspolive oil
divided
- ½ mediumonion
finely diced
- ½ tspgarlic powder
- 7cherry/plum tomatoes
cut in half
- ½ cparmesan
grated
- 1 tsporegano
or mix of italian herbs
- salt and pepper to taste
- ¾ cheavy cream
- ½ ccolby jack cheese
or sharp cheddar
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400F (200C) and grease a 9 x 13 baking dish with avocado or olive oil.
- 2
Trim the zucchini, cut in half lengthwise, and scoop out the flesh and seeds with a small spoon or fruit baller/fruit scoop. Divide and reserve half the zucchini flesh for filling. Chop it finely and squeeze out excess water.
- 3
Place zucchini halves cut-side up on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and bake for 15 minutes until slightly softened for further baking with filling later. Set aside.
- 4
Saute onion in a skillet over medium heat until softened. Add tomatoes, chicken, reserved zucchini flesh, Italian herbs or oregano, and garlic powder. Saute for 2 minutes more and stir in the cream.
- 5
Add Parmesan, simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
- 6
Once the zucchinis are halfway softened, evenly distribute the chicken stuffing among them. Sprinkle with cheese on top and bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is melted.
Grilled zucchini boats instructions
- 1
Heat your grill to medium-high (about 400°F). Brush olive oil on the zucchini and grill flesh-side down for roughly 5 minutes until you see grill marks.
- 2
Meanwhile cook the chicken mixture as per stovetop instructions above.
- 3
Transfer the zucchini to a baking sheet, flesh side up. Evenly divide the chicken mixture among them, then add Colby or Cheddar cheese on top.
- 4
Place the baking sheet on the grill, close the lid, and cook for another 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

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Craving a beautiful and satisfying dinner that's also surprisingly easy to make? These Stuffed Zucchini Boats, brimming with creamy chicken parmesan flavors, are a showstopper perfect for any night of the week.What makes this dish truly special is how it blends convenience with gourmet taste. By utilizing pre-cooked chicken, you cut down on prep time without sacrificing a rich, flavorful filling. The recipe also offers the flexibility to bake your zucchini in the oven or grill them, giving you options for tender, perfectly cooked boats every time.Prepare for a delightful experience where tender zucchini cradles a sumptuous filling. You'll find cubes or shredded chicken enveloped in a luscious, heavy cream sauce, brightened by sweet cherry or plum tomatoes, and infused with aromatic garlic powder and oregano. A generous topping of Parmesan and Colby Jack cheese melts into a golden, bubbly crust, creating a comforting dish that tastes like a labor of love, yet comes together effortlessly. The balance of savory chicken, fresh herbs, and creamy, cheesy goodness makes every bite a true pleasure.This versatile recipe is easy to adapt to your pantry. Feel free to swap Colby Jack cheese for sharp cheddar if that's what you have on hand for a slightly different cheesy note. If oregano isn't your preferred herb, a mix of Italian herbs works wonderfully to infuse that classic flavor profile. For the chicken, any pre-cooked chicken, whether rotisserie or leftover, will do the trick, diced or shredded to your preference.These Stuffed Zucchini Boats are an ideal main course, elegant enough to serve to friends yet hearty enough for a comforting family dinner. They make a complete meal on their own, or you could pair them with a light green salad to complement their richness.






