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GF DF Chicken & Zucchini Boats

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These gluten-free, dairy-free Chicken & Zucchini Boats are a cozy, protein-packed comfort meal made with wholesome ingredients and classic Italian flavors. Perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or freezer-friendly dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Italian-Inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 340 kcal

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking dish

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 medium zucchini
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes fresh or canned
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped, for topping
  • 1/2 cup dairy-free cheese optional, shredded

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice zucchini lengthwise and scoop out the centers to form boats. Brush with olive oil and place cut-side up in a baking dish.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add ground chicken and cook until browned.
  • Chop the scooped-out zucchini flesh and add to skillet with tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5–7 minutes until mixture thickens.
  • Spoon filling into zucchini boats. Top with dairy-free cheese, if using. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake another 10 minutes until golden.
  • Let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Try variations like adding cooked quinoa, swapping in lentils or turkey, or topping with crushed gluten-free crackers. Store leftovers in the fridge for 4 days or freeze up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 26gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 870mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2.4mg
Keyword dairy-free, gluten-free, low carb, Zucchini Boats
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