Description
Keto Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats offer a delicious and healthy twist on the classic chicken parmesan. With tender zucchini as the base, these boats are filled with savory ground chicken, marinara sauce, and topped with a generous layer of gooey cheese. Not only are they low in carbs, making them perfect for keto dieters, but they also deliver a comforting taste that the whole family will enjoy. This dish is ideal for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep, as it comes together in just 40 minutes. Get ready to savor every cheesy bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 3 large zucchinis, halved and scooped
- 2 cups marinara sauce (no sugar added)
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- Salt, pepper, garlic powder to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Halve the zucchinis lengthwise and scoop out the centers. Lightly salt and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder until browned. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5–7 minutes.
- Place zucchini halves in a baking dish and fill each with the chicken mixture.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown. For an extra crispy finish, broil for 2–3 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Choose firm zucchinis to avoid mushiness. Experiment with different cheese varieties for unique flavors. Make the filling ahead of time for a quick assembly before baking.