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High Protein Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Zucchini Boats

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Delicious and nutritious zucchini boats packed with protein from chicken and cottage cheese, topped with spicy buffalo sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium zucchini (approx. 795 grams)
  • 1 cup shredded cooked chicken (230 grams)
  • 1 cup 1% cottage cheese (264 grams)
  • 1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot Sauce (127 mL)
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup light feta cheese (57 grams)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the center with a spoon to form boats.
  3. Blend the cottage cheese until smooth in a blender or food processor.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, blended cottage cheese, Frank’s RedHot sauce, and all the spices. Mix well.
  5. Place zucchini boats on a parchment-lined sheet pan and fill each with the buffalo chicken mixture.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle the boats with light feta cheese and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until zucchini is tender but not mushy.
  8. Remove from oven and garnish with chopped parsley or a drizzle of light ranch if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Choose firm zucchini for the best texture. Adjust spice levels and add favorite toppings to customize the dish.

Find it online: https://comfortkitchenrecipes.com/high-protein-buffalo-chicken-stuffed-zucchini-boats/