Zucchini Stuffed with BBQ Chicken

Zucchini Filled with BBQ Chicken

Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 50 minutes Total Duration: 1 hour 5 minutes Servings: 4

Zucchini ‘boats’ filled with BBQ chicken, onions, peppers, and corn, generously topped with melted cheese!

ingredients

• 4 medium zucchinis
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1/2 pound chicken, diced
• 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup corn (fresh or thawed)
• 1/4 cup hot peppers, sliced or chopped (optional)
• 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
• 1 cup cheese (cheddar and/or monterey jack), shredded
• 1 tablespoon cilantro, minced (optional)

directions

1. Slice the zucchini in half lengthwise, and scoop out the insides (using a spoon or melon baller) until the zucchini walls are about 1/4 inch thick, saving and chopping the removed zucchini.
2. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat, add the chicken, and cook for about 6-8 minutes.
3. Incorporate the chopped zucchini, onion, and pepper, cooking until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
4. Stir in the corn, hot peppers, and BBQ sauce, mixing well before turning off the heat.
5. Fill the hollowed zucchini halves with the chicken mixture, top with cheese, place them on a baking sheet, and bake in a preheated 350F/180C oven until the zucchini is tender, roughly 30-40 minutes.

Option: Toss in 1/2 cup diced pineapple!
Option: Include 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon.