Stuffed
Italian Zucchini
Looking for a quick and easy, healthy dinner recipe? This Italian zucchini is exactly what you need!
4 Zucchini Olive Oil 1 lb Ground Chicken 1 tsp Italian Seasonings 2 Garlic Cloves ½ a Yellow Onion 1 Bell Pepper 2 c Marinara Sauce 3 tbsp breadcrumbs ⅓ c Grated Parmesan ⅓ c Shredded Mozzarella
Ingredients
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Cut the Zucchini
Cut and hollow out the zucchini and arrange them in a baking dish.
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Cook the Ground Chicken
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In a large skillet, cook the ground chicken, onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Add the marinara sauce and allow it to thicken.
Season the Zucchini
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Drizzle some olive oil over the zucchini and season it with salt, pepper, dried oregano, and dried basil.
Fill the Zucchini
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Fill the zucchini with a mound of the Italian filling. Use leftover filling to stuff other vegetables or add to pasta.
Add Cheese and Breadrcumbs
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Combine parmesan, mozzarella, and breadcrumbs in a small bowl. Sprinkle it over the top of the zucchini.
Place in the Oven
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Place the baking dish in a 425 degree F oven until the zucchini becomes tender, the cheese melts, and the tops become golden brown.