Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Zucchini Boats Recipe
These Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a flavorful and healthy twist on classic buffalo chicken dip. Hollowed zucchini halves are filled with a spicy buffalo chicken mixture, topped with melted cheese, and baked until bubbly and golden. Perfect as a low-carb appetizer or a satisfying main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Boats
- 4 medium zucchinis, halved and seeded
Buffalo Chicken Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Zucchini: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise and use a spoon to carefully scoop out the seeds and some flesh to create boats, leaving a sturdy shell for filling.
- Make the Buffalo Chicken Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken and buffalo sauce thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Fill the Zucchini Boats: Place the zucchini halves in a baking dish. Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture evenly into each zucchini boat, distributing the filling well.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle a mixture of shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese generously over the filled zucchini boats.
- Bake Until Bubbly: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden, and the zucchini is tender but not mushy.
- Serve Warm: Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. These zucchini boats are delicious on their own or paired with a side salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- For extra spice, add a dash of cayenne pepper to the chicken filling.
- Use leftover rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Feel free to substitute cheddar and mozzarella with your favorite melting cheeses.
- To make it milder, reduce the amount of buffalo sauce.
Keywords: Buffalo chicken, stuffed zucchini, low carb recipe, baked zucchini boats, healthy appetizer
