Stuffed Baked Zucchini

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A baked zucchini rind stuffed with a mixture slightly reminiscent of a twice-baked potato or stuffed pepper.

Submitted by Rachel Traff
Published on September 3, 2010
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 stuffed zucchini halves
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 large zucchini

  • 2 cups grated Cheddar cheese

  • 1 ½ cups grated potato

  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened

  • ½ cup cubed, cooked chicken

  • ¼ cup sour cream

  • ¼ cup chopped onion

  • 1 clove garlic, chopped

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin

  • ¼ teaspoon garam masala

  • ¼ teaspoon ground paprika

  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • ¼ cup crushed crackers

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

  2. Cut both zucchini in half and scoop out the seeds. Place in the boiling water until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the water and set on a baking sheet while preparing stuffing.

  3. Mix 1 3/4 cups Cheddar cheese, grated potato, cream cheese, cooked chicken, sour cream, onion, garlic, cumin, garam masala, paprika, chili powder, and pepper together in a bowl. Fill zucchini halves with stuffing. Sprinkle with crushed crackers and sprinkle with remaining Cheddar cheese.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven until heated through and cheese is melted, about 20 minutes.

Cook's Note:

The chicken is optional but gives it a more meaty flavor. You can use pork instead, if preferred.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

643 Calories
48g Fat
28g Carbs
27g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 643
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 48g 61%
Saturated Fat 28g 138%
Cholesterol 141mg 47%
Sodium 687mg 30%
Total Carbohydrate 28g 10%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 27g 55%
Vitamin C 40mg 45%
Calcium 519mg 40%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 866mg 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.