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Garlic Sesame Chicken Zucchini Boats

Garlic Sesame Chicken Zucchini Boats for a Quick Dinner Delight

These Garlic Sesame Chicken Zucchini Boats are a quick, heartwarming escape, perfect for any busy weeknight.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 boats
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini Boats
  • 4 medium zucchini fairly straight
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil
For the Filling
  • 1 pound ground chicken or turkey
  • 2 tablespoons honey or sugar-free maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic freshly minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust according to spice preference
  • 2 scallions green onions diced
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • casserole dish
  • Large Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather all your ingredients while the oven heats.
  2. Cut zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the centers to create hollow shells. Brush with olive oil and place face down in a casserole dish.
  3. Roast the zucchini in the oven for 15-20 minutes until tender but firm.
  4. Combine honey, soy sauce, ketchup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes in a mixing bowl. Whisk until well blended.
  5. In a large skillet, cook ground chicken over medium heat, breaking apart for about 6-9 minutes until no longer pink.
  6. Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet with the chicken. Stir well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and fold in diced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
  8. Fill the roasted zucchini with the chicken mixture, packing it generously.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These boats are meal prep friendly and can be made ahead of time. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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