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High Protein Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Delicious High Protein Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Enjoy a healthy and delicious twist on dinner with these High Protein Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Zucchini Boats that pack flavor and protein.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 boats
Course: Dinnner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini Boats
  • 4 medium Zucchini Choose medium-sized zucchinis for best texture.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Using rotisserie chicken makes this quick.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a tangy taste.
  • 1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot Sauce Adjust quantity based on heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese (light) Shredded mozzarella can be substituted.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • blender
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Blend cottage cheese until smooth.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cottage cheese, Frank’s RedHot sauce, and spices. Mix well.
  4. Halve zucchinis lengthwise and hollow them out, leaving a base.
  5. Fill each zucchini half with the buffalo chicken mixture.
  6. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes until zucchinis soften.
  7. Sprinkle light feta cheese over zucchinis and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  8. Garnish with parsley or ranch dressing, serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Smooth out filling with thoroughly blended cottage cheese to avoid clumping. Adjust spice level to your preference. Allow boats to cool before serving for enhanced flavors.

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