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Close-up of a zucchini boat loaded with golden-brown chicken chunks and melted mozzarella cheese. (Keto Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats)

Keto Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats

These Keto Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats feature roasted green zucchini filled with thick marinara, crispy golden-brown breaded chicken, and bubbly mozzarella. A low-carb, high-protein comfort meal that is ready in under 45 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American, Keto
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 large Zucchini Slightly firm, green
  • 1 lb (450g) Chicken Breast Cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1/2 cup (60g) Almond Flour Superfine
  • 1/2 cup (45g) Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1 cup (240ml) Marinara Sauce Low-carb, no added sugar
  • 1.5 cups (170g) Mozzarella Cheese Shredded, whole milk
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Avocado Oil For searing
  • 1/4 cup (15g) Fresh Parsley Finely chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet Large
  • 1 Large Skillet For searing chicken

Method
 

Prepare the Zucchini Boats
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out centers to create a boat shape.
  2. Season with salt and pepper, brush with oil, and bake cut-side down for 10 minutes until tender-crisp.
Prepare the Chicken
  1. Dredge chicken chunks in almond flour, then egg, then parmesan cheese mixture.
  2. In a large skillet, sear chicken in avocado oil over medium-high heat until golden-brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Assembly and Final Bake
  1. Fill zucchini boats with thick tomato marinara, top with chicken chunks and mozzarella cheese.
  2. Bake for 10 minutes. Broil for the last 2 minutes until cheese shows small toasted brown spots.
  3. Finish with a heavy sprinkle of finely chopped fresh green parsley and serve.

Notes

Salt the zucchini and let sit for 10 minutes to remove moisture for a non-soggy boat.
Use high-quality whole milk mozzarella for the best toasted spots.