Sunday, June 11, 2023

BBQ Pulled Chicken Zucchini Boats


Flavorful, easy BBQ Pulled Chicken Zucchini Boats are a great way to use leftover chicken to make the perfect weeknight dinner!  These zucchini boats require minimal ingredients but are filled with delicious flavor and tons of protein.

Ingredients:
2 medium Zucchini
2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast, boneless, skinless
1/2 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce 
1/4 cup chopped red onion (optional)
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
2 Tbsp chopped green onion for garnish (optional)

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400F.  Lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray.  Set aside.  Cut the zucchini lengthwise and remove the inner flesh/seeds by scraping the flesh/seeds with a spoon. Place zucchini halves in the baking dish cut side up. Set aside. 

2. In a small bowl, mix the BBQ sauce with the shredded cooked chicken.  If desired, add in red onion and cheese.  Evenly divide the mixture into the zucchini halves.  

3. Bake 20-25 minutes or until the zucchini is tender-crisp and cheese is melted.  Evenly top with green onion and Enjoy!