Ingredients
4 medium zucchinis
1 lb (450g) lean ground chicken
1/2 cup bell peppers (any color), diced
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
1 lime, juiced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Trim zucchinis, cut in half lengthwise, and scoop out centers to form boats
Toss zucchini halves in olive oil, salt, and pepper
Place on baking sheet and roast 10-12 minutes until tender but firm
Meanwhile, cook chicken in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through
Add diced bell peppers and spices, cook 3-4 minutes until tender
Stuff cooked chicken mixture into roasted zucchini boats
Top with shredded cheese and return to oven for 10 minutes until cheese melts
Finish with lime juice and fresh cilantro before serving
Notes
Prep zucchini boats ahead and store separately
Use zucchini noodles as optional garnish
Freeze assembled un-baked boats for meal prep
Substitute quinoa or cauliflower rice if desired
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Low Calorie Meals
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low calorie
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco boat
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
