Weight Watchers-Friendly Chicken Parm Stuffed Zucchini
Ingredients

4 medium zucchini: 0 points
2 tablespoons olive oil: 5 points
1 lb ground chicken: 6 points
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning: 0 points
2 cloves garlic, minced: 0 points
1 1/2 cups marinara sauce: 3 points
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese: 7 points
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese: 3 points
1/4 cup breadcrumbs: 4 points
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper: 0 points
Total Points for the Entire Recipe: 28 points
Points per Serving (4 servings): 7 points
Points per Serving (6 servings): 4.6 points
Preparation
Preheat Oven:
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Prepare Zucchini:
Slice ends from zucchini, then cut zucchini in half lengthwise.
Scoop out the center flesh with a spoon, chop the flesh, and set aside.
Arrange zucchini halves in a baking dish or on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and bake for 20 minutes.
Cook Chicken Mixture:
While zucchini bakes, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add ground chicken and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 10 minutes.


Add Italian seasoning, minced garlic, and chopped zucchini flesh. Season with salt and pepper, and continue cooking for 3-4 more minutes.
Stir in 1/2 cup marinara sauce.
Stuff Zucchini:
Spoon chicken mixture evenly into zucchini halves.
Spoon remaining marinara sauce over the top.
Top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
Bake:
Bake until cheese is bubbly and lightly golden, about 15 minutes.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Tips:
Lighten the Recipe: Use a lower-fat cheese or reduced-fat marinara sauce to cut down on points.
Breadcrumbs: You can use whole wheat or Panko breadcrumbs for a different texture or slightly lower points.
Chicken Substitutes: For an even leaner option, use ground turkey.
Benefits:
Low-Carb: Zucchini provides a low-carb base, making this dish suitable for various dietary plans.
High in Protein: Ground chicken adds protein, helping keep you full.
Vegetable-Rich: Zucchini and marinara sauce provide a good serving of vegetables.
Nutritional Information (Approximate per serving, based on 4 servings):
Calories: 340 kcal
Protein: 28g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fat: 15g
Fiber: 3g
Sugars: 7g
These Chicken Parm Stuffed Zucchini boats offer a delicious, satisfying, and Weight Watchers-friendly meal option!