Chicken with creamy zucchini and lime stuffing is a delightful dish that blends the savory flavor of chicken with the refreshing and creamy texture of zucchini and a hint of zesty lime. This recipe offers a delectable combination of flavors and textures that is sure to impress. The chicken is stuffed with a filling made from creamy zucchini, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of lime zest, creating a moist and flavorful filling that perfectly complements the tender chicken. The combination of creamy zucchini filling and tangy lime creates a harmonious balance of flavors in every bite, making this dish an irresistible option for any occasion.
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SKINNY GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES WITH LIME DRESSING
86% less sat fat • 50% more fiber than the original recipe. Zucchini slices, grilled alongside the chicken, pile garden-fresh goodness onto this tasty dinner sandwich.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- For lime dressing: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, lime peel, and salt. Cover and chill until serving time.
- Brush zucchini slices with 1 tablespoon of the Worcestershire sauce and the olive oil; set aside. Brush all sides of the chicken with the remaining 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce.
- For a charcoal grill, place chicken on the rack directly over medium coals. Grill, uncovered, for 12 to 15 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when center of the thickest part is cut (165°F), turning once halfway through grilling. Add zucchini slices to grill for the last 6 minutes of grilling time, turning once and grilling until zucchini slices are softened and lightly browned. (For a gas grill, preheat grill. Reduce heat to medium. Place chicken on grill rack. Cover and grill as above, adding zucchini as directed.)
- To serve, spread lime dressing on cut sides of toasted buns. If desired, halve zucchini slices crosswise. Place chicken, tomato slices, and zucchini slices on bun bottoms; add bun tops.
- *For added color, use half of a medium zucchini and half of a medium yellow summer squash.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 sandwich, Sodium 640 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g
CHICKEN ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE
A co-worker shared this chicken zucchini casserole recipe that was originally her grandmother's. When I make it, I use pre-cooked chicken from the grocery store and fresh zucchini my neighbor gives me from his garden. -Bev Dutro, Dayton, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine stuffing mix and butter. Set aside 1/2 cup for topping. Add the zucchini, chicken, soup, carrot, onion and sour cream to the remaining stuffing mixture. , Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with reserved stuffing mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until golden brown and bubbly, 40-45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 calories, Fat 31g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 1174mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
CHICKEN ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE RECIPE
This delicious comfort food is made with chicken and zucchini tossed in a cream sauce and topped with stuffing and cooked to perfection.
Provided by Kristen Hills
Categories Main Course
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, combine the stuffing mix and melted butter. Set aside 1/2 cup of the mixture for topping.
- Add zucchini, cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, onion and sour cream to the stuffing in the large bowl.
- Spread zucchini mixture in an even layer in a 9 x 13 inch glass pan sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
- Sprinkle reserved stuffing mix on top and bake, uncovered, for 40-50 minutes or until cooked through and the top is golden brown.
- If you would like to add more seasoning, you can use garlic powder, parmesan cheese, green onions, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. If you don't have zucchini, you can use yellow squash instead.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Sodium 533 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ZUCCHINI STUFFED CHICKEN
My sister gave me this recipe. My family really likes it. I freeze shredded zucchini for the winter. Just thaw and drain the liquid off before using.
Provided by REDTEETOP
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Loosen the skin on each chicken breast to form a pocket, and set aside.
- Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir the onion, parsley, and basil until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the zucchini, and cook and stir until tender, about 2 more minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat, and thoroughly mix the torn bread, egg, Swiss cheese, salt, and pepper into the zucchini mixture until well-combined.
- Stuff the chicken breasts with the zucchini mixture, place them in the prepared baking dish, and bake in the preheated oven until the chicken breasts are golden brown and the stuffing is hot, 50 to 60 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 214.7 mg, Fat 28 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 54.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 651.8 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
Tips:
- Make sure the chicken is cooked through before stuffing it. You can check this by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken. The internal temperature should read 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
- If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can also check if the chicken is cooked through by cutting into it. The meat should be white and opaque all the way through, with no pink in the center.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the chicken, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
- Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.
Conclusion:
This recipe for chicken with creamy zucchini and lime stuffing is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is moist and flavorful, and the stuffing is creamy and tangy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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