Mediterranean Chicken and Chickpea Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Transform your leftover chicken into a vibrant Mediterranean dish with these stuffed zucchini boats, packed with flavor and nutrition. This recipe combines tender zucchini, savory chicken, and a delightful chickpea filling, topped with a zesty lemon-tahini sauce for a unique twist.

15m prep
30m cook
4 servings
medium difficulty
Total: 45m
Ingredients
zucchini
4 medium
leftover cooked chicken
2 cups
canned chickpeas
1 15-ounce can
diced tomatoes
1 15-ounce can
fresh parsley
1 cup
garlic
2 cloves
ground cumin
1 teaspoon
paprika
1 teaspoon
olive oil
2 tablespoons
salt
1 teaspoon
black pepper
1 teaspoon
tahini
1 4-ounce jar
lemon juice
2 tablespoons
water
2 tablespoons
Instructions
1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds to create boats.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded leftover chicken, drained chickpeas, diced tomatoes, chopped parsley, minced garlic, and spices.

3

Fill each zucchini half with the chicken and chickpea mixture, pressing down gently to pack it in. Place the stuffed zucchinis on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

4

Drizzle olive oil over the tops and season with salt and pepper. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the zucchinis are tender and the filling is heated through.

5

While the zucchinis are baking, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl to create the sauce.

6

Once the zucchinis are done, remove them from the oven and drizzle the lemon-tahini sauce over the top.

7

Garnish with additional parsley and serve warm.

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