Low-Carb Stuffed Zucchini Boat Recipe [Broccoli, Chicken & Cheese]

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in fat.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: mozzarella cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free alternative.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur wheat

Quinoa is higher in protein and fiber.

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds to create boats.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Add cooked chicken and chopped broccoli; sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Mix in cream cheese until melted and combined with the chicken and broccoli.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Fill each zucchini boat with the chicken and broccoli mixture, pressing down gently.

Top with shredded cheddar cheese.

Place the stuffed zucchinis on a baking sheet.

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until the zucchini is tender and cheese is bubbly.

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