Buffalo chicken boats with cheddar and scallions
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
25 min
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4
4 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget
$
Buffalo chicken boats with cheddar and scallions
Zucchini halves filled with buffalo-style chicken and melted cheese for a low-carb dinner that still hits comfort-food notes.
15m
Prep Time
25m
Cook Time
40m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Budget $
Cost
(Updated )
Stuffed zucchini works best when the filling is the star, and buffalo chicken is more than capable of carrying the whole recipe. This one tastes like game-day food disguised as a weeknight vegetable dinner.
Halve the zucchini lengthwise and scoop out the centers.
Roast the zucchini briefly at 400°F until just beginning to soften.
Mix the chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, and half the cheddar.
Fill the zucchini boats and top with the remaining cheddar.
Bake until bubbling and finish with scallions.
Serve with a fresh side salad for a balanced meal
Pair with your favorite grain or bread on the side
Garnish with fresh herbs for a beautiful presentation
Monterey Jack melts well and softens the sharpness a little
Greek yogurt is tangier and less rich but still binds the filling
Rotisserie chicken makes this much faster.
Blue cheese crumbles are optional if you want a stronger buffalo-wing vibe.
Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the oven or microwave until hot.
Per serving (2 zucchini halves) · 4 servings
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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