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Grilled Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats

Prep: 20 minutes
Grill: 10 minutes • Serves: 4

1.Zucchini: Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium-high heat. Cut 2 large zucchini lengthwise in half; leaving 1/2-inch wall, scoop out inside portion with spoon and reserve. Spray both sides of zucchini with nonstick cooking spray; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Place zucchini, cut side down, on hot grill rack; cover and cook 5 minutes or until grill marks appear, turning once.

2.Chicken Breasts: Cut 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1/2-inch pieces. Heat large skillet over medium-high heat; spray with nonstick cooking spray. Add chicken; cook 7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Coarsely chop and add reserved zucchini pulp; cook 3 minutes or until internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°, stirring occasionally.

3.Marinara Sauce: Stir 1/2 cup marinara sauce into chicken mixture.

4.Parmesan Cheese: Stir 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese into chicken mixture.

5.Italian-Seasoned Breadcrumbs: Stir 1/4 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs into chicken mixture. Fill zucchini with chicken mixture; sprinkle with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Place zucchini, filling side up, on hot grill rack; cover and cook 5 minutes or until zucchini is tender and cheese melts.


Approximate nutritional values per serving:
230 Calories, 8g Fat (2g Saturated), 68mg Cholesterol, 544mg Sodium,
12g Carbohydrates, 2g Fiber, 1g Sugars, 29g Protein