Description
Smoky, cheesy, and packed with juicy BBQ chicken—these zucchini boats are a low-carb comfort food dream. Roasted until tender and bubbling with melty cheddar, they’re the kind of easy dinner that feels indulgent but keeps it light and clean.
Ingredients
Olive oil, for greasing pan
4 medium zucchinis, halved lengthwise
1½ tbsp olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ red onion, finely diced
1 lb (approx. 2½ cups) cooked shredded chicken breast
1 cup low sugar BBQ sauce (divided), plus extra if desired (Stubb’s Spicy recommended)
1¼ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
For garnish:
Chopped cilantro
Sliced green onions
Instructions
Prep oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a large baking dish with olive oil.
Scoop the boats: Use a spoon to hollow out zucchini halves, leaving a bit of edge to hold the filling. Place in the dish.
Sauté base: In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil. Add garlic and onion, cook until softened. Stir in shredded chicken and ¾ cup BBQ sauce. Heat through.
Stuff & top: Fill zucchini boats with BBQ chicken mix. Drizzle remaining ¼ cup BBQ sauce over the top, then sprinkle with cheddar.
Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 5–10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
Garnish & serve: Top with fresh cilantro and green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 370
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 35g