The Best Air Fryer Stuffed Zucchini Boats Recipe
2022-12-28- Cuisine: American
- Course: Main Dish, Oven
- Skill Level: Advanced
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- Yield: 4
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 10m
- Cook Time: 20m
- Ready In: 30m
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Nutritional Info
This information is per serving.
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Calories
216.3 -
Carbohydrates
7.4 g -
Cholesterol
46.0 mg -
Fat
8.8 g -
Fiber
1.9 g -
Protein
23.8 g -
Saturated Fat
3.8 g -
Serving Size
1 -
Sodium
487.0 mg -
Sugar
3.0 g -
Trans Fat
0.7 g -
Unsaturated Fat
0.4 g -
Potassium
56.6 mg -
Vitamin A
0.0% -
Vitamin B-12
0.0% -
Vitamin B-6
1.5% -
Vitamin C
5.3% -
Vitamin D
0.0% -
Calcium
0.5% -
Copper
0.9% -
Folate
1.2% -
Iron
0.5% -
Magnesium
1.0%
The best air fryer stuffed zucchini boats recipe. Baked stuffed zucchini boats are a healthy, lightened-up version of the classic, highly caloric stuffed zucchini boats. These are perfect for a dinner party or just a weeknight meal.
What are stuffed zucchini boats?
Stuffed zucchini boats are a dish made with zucchini squash, meat, vegetables – typically mushrooms and onions, and seasonings.
Typically, the stuffing is placed into the hollowed-out zucchini like a boat hull.
Stuffed Zucchini Boats are often served as an appetizer or side dish to complement meat dishes.
How healthy are stuffed zucchini boats?
They are a healthier option because they have significantly less oil. They also have significantly fewer calories than traditional meals because they don’t use any breadcrumbs.
Are there any substitutes for the ingredients used in a recipe for stuffed zucchini?
Cooking substitutions such as ingredients, seasonings, and liquids can be made to create a dish that can still taste just as good as the original.
Some substitutes you could use for the ingredients in a stuffed zucchini boats recipe are:
-Veggies such as tomatoes, mushrooms, or onions
-Beans and lentils
-Eggs
You could also use:
-Sauces such as tomato sauce, garam masala, or red curry paste
-Flavorings such as cumin, turmeric, or cinnamon
What are the most popular ingredients used in stuffed zucchini?
The most popular ingredients are cheese, garlic, onion, tomatoes, and mushrooms.
The less popular ingredients are shrimp, scallops, and crabmeat.
The Best Air Fryer Stuffed Zucchini Boats Recipe
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Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini, halved longways
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 1 pound (480 g) ground chicken
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1½ cups fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup grated Mozzarella cheese, divided
Method
Step 1
Place halved zucchini on a large plate. Scoop out the centers and discard them.
Step 2
Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and mushrooms. Saute, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft. Stir in ground chicken and continue cooking and stirring occasionally, until browned. Add spices and minced garlic. Mix well. Stir in diced tomatoes. Add half of the cheese.
Step 3
Evenly distribute the chicken mixture into prepared zucchini boats. Transfer stuffed zucchini boats to the air fryer basket. Fry at 350 F (175 C) for 8 minutes. Top with remaining grated cheese and cook for a further 2 minutes.