Easy Buffalo Chicken Zucchini Boats
Easy Buffalo Chicken Zucchini Boats are a scrumptious blend of spicy buffalo chicken and tender zucchini, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an appetizer that will impress your guests. Each zucchini boat is filled with juicy chicken mixed with zesty buffalo sauce and creamy cheese, then baked until golden and bubbly. This flavorful dish is not only delicious but also a healthier alternative to traditional buffalo chicken recipes!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium-sized zucchinis
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Slice zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds, leaving about half an inch of flesh.
- Cook chicken breasts in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked (5-7 minutes per side), then shred or chop.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with buffalo sauce, softened cream cheese, and chopped green onions until well blended.
- Generously fill each zucchini half with the chicken mixture and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 zucchini boat (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg