3 large zucchini (4 if on the smaller side), ends removed, halved lengthwise, seeds removed
1 lb ground chicken
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/4 c marinara sauce (I like rao’s)
3/4 c Italian cheese blend (I used mostly shredded mozzarella and a few T grated parmesan)
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
Optional add-in’s:
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
a few handfuls fresh spinach
Fresh basil, as garnish
Scale
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees and line a 9×14 rimmed Sheetpan with foil.
Prepare zucchini boats and set aside.
Heat a few T olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and cook, breaking up with the back of your spoon until fully cooked through.
Add garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Add garlic powder and Italian seasoning if using. Sauté for another minute or so, until garlic becomes fragrant.
Reduce heat to medium-low, add marinara and stir to combine. Add fresh spinach if using and cook another minute or so until just slightly wilted.
Spoon a little more than 1/3 c mixture into each zucchini boat. Top with cheese and bake for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is golden and zucchini is cooked but still has a little bite to it.