Description
High Protein Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a deliciously satisfying meal that combines the spicy goodness of buffalo chicken with tender zucchini, making them a perfect low-carb option for any weeknight dinner. Packed with protein and flavor, these stuffed zucchini boats are not only easy to prepare but also ideal for meal prepping. With a creamy filling of cottage cheese and zesty Frank’s RedHot sauce, each bite is bursting with taste. Customize them to your liking by adjusting the spice level or adding your favorite toppings. Enjoy these wholesome boats that fit seamlessly into your healthy eating routine!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchini
- 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup cottage cheese (1%)
- ½ cup Frank’s RedHot Sauce
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup light feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the centers to create boats.
- Blend cottage cheese until smooth in a food processor.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, blended cottage cheese, Frank’s RedHot sauce, and seasonings; mix well.
- Fill each zucchini boat with the buffalo chicken mixture.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle feta cheese over the boats and bake for an additional 10 minutes until zucchini is tender.
- Garnish as desired and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed zucchini boat (approx. 185g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg