Keto Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats Recipe
These Keto Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats are a delicious low-carb alternative to traditional chicken parmesan. Zucchini halves are filled with a savory mixture of ground chicken, marinara sauce, and cheese, then baked to perfection. A satisfying and flavorful dish for those following a keto lifestyle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
For the Zucchini Boats:
- 3 large zucchinis
- Salt, pepper, garlic powder
For the Chicken Mixture:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 cups no-sugar marinara
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella
- 1 cup Parmesan
Instructions
- Prepare the Zucchini: Halve the zucchinis lengthwise and scoop out the centers. Lightly salt the zucchini halves and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken Mixture: In a skillet, cook the ground chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder until browned. Stir in the marinara sauce and simmer for a few minutes.
- Assemble the Zucchini Boats: Place the zucchini halves in a baking dish. Fill each half with the chicken mixture.
- Add the Cheese: Top the stuffed zucchini boats with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F and bake the zucchini boats for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. For a golden crust, broil for an additional 2 minutes if desired.
Notes
- You can customize the seasoning of the chicken mixture to suit your taste preferences.
- Feel free to add chopped fresh herbs like basil or parsley for extra flavor.
- Serve the zucchini boats with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 zucchini boat
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Keto, Chicken Parmesan, Zucchini Boats, Low Carb, Gluten-Free
