Best 7 Chorizo Zucchini Boats Recipes

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Are you looking for a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend brunch? Look no further than chorizo zucchini boats! This delicious and easy-to-make dish combines the savory flavors of chorizo, zucchini, and melted cheese, creating a mouthwatering experience that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a satisfying and nutritious meal that the whole family will love. So grab your apron and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

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CHEESY CHORIZO ZUCCHINI BOATS



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Sail through zucchini season deliciously with these cheesy boats-made with peppers, onions and crumbled Mexican chorizo.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large zucchini, cut lengthwise in half
1/2 lb. Mexican chorizo, crumbled
1/2 cup finely chopped red peppers
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
1/2 cup thawed frozen corn
8 KRAFT Singles, cut in half

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium-high heat.
  • Scoop out seeds and flesh from centers of zucchini halves, leaving 1/4-inch-thick shells. Discard flesh and seeds. Grill zucchini 2 to 3 min. on each side or until tender.
  • Cook chorizo, peppers and onions in medium skillet on medium heat until done, stirring frequently. Add corn; cook and stir 2 min. or until heated through.
  • Place Singles pieces in zucchini shells; top with chorizo mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 640 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 13 g

SAUSAGE-STUFFED ZUCCHINI BOATS



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 8 zucchini boats

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces sweet loose Italian sausage
8 ounces hot loose Italian sausage
1 clove garlic, minced
1 small onion, chopped
2 medium vine-ripened tomatoes, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup Parmesan, finely grated
1/2 cup mozzarella, shaved
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • With a teaspoon, scoop out the flesh from the interior of the zucchini, so they resemble boats. Place the zucchini boats in a 9-by-13-inch casserole dish. Chop the zucchini flesh and set aside.
  • In a medium saute pan over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and let heat through. Add the sweet and the hot Italian sausage, and cook for 4 minutes. Add the garlic, onion, chopped zucchini flesh, tomatoes and some salt and pepper. Cook until softened, about 4 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, add the Parmesan, mozzarella, breadcrumbs and parsley; mix to combine.
  • Spoon in and mound the sausage mixture into the zucchini boats. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over top. Place in oven and bake until golden on top, 20 minutes.

ZUCCHINI BOATS



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After working hard all our lives and raising a family, we're now enjoying a simpler life. Getting back to the basics means enjoying old-fashioned comfort foods like these stuffed zucchini boats. -Mrs. C. Thon, Atlin, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium zucchini (about 8 inches)
3/4 pound ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 tablespoons ketchup
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Trim the ends off zucchini. Cut zucchini in half lengthwise; scoop out pulp, leaving 1/2-in. shells. Finely chop pulp. , In a skillet, cook beef, zucchini pulp, onion, mushrooms and peppers over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Remove from the heat. Add 1/2 cup cheese, ketchup, salt and pepper; mix well. Spoon into the zucchini shells. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° until zucchini is tender, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 337mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

STUFFED ZUCCHINI BOATS



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While any medium sized ripe zucchinis will do, use garden fresh ones if you have them. The tender sweet flesh of the zucchinis paired with the spiced meat and cool yogurt sauce will make you forget that this dish is less than 500 calories per serving!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 zucchinis (about 2 1/2 pounds), halved lengthwise and seeds scooped out
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 onion, diced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 pound ground turkey
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
3 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup packed fresh dill, torn

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400˚ F. Drizzle a rimmed baking sheet with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season the zucchini halves with salt and pepper. Add to the baking sheet and turn to coat with the oil. Arrange the zucchini cut-side down in a single layer. Roast until crisp-tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in the cumin and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper; cook 30 seconds. Add the turkey and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and chicken broth until combined. Cook until the broth is reduced to a thick sauce, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Turn the zucchini boats cut-side up and fill with the turkey mixture, packing it in. Sprinkle with the cheese and roast until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, stir together the yogurt and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle the zucchini boats with the yogurt mixture and top with the dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Fat 28 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Cholesterol 110 milligrams, Sodium 864 milligrams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 33 grams, Sugar 12 grams

BAKED ZUCCHINI BOATS



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Make and share this Baked Zucchini Boats recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 medium zucchini
1 onion, yellow, chopped
1 egg, beaten
1/2 lb lean ground beef
2 cups spaghetti sauce (store bought is fine)
2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
1 cup cooked long grain rice
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Split zucchini lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
  • Saute the ground beef, onion, garlic, dill, and parsley in olive oil.
  • Remove from heat and add the cooked rice, beaten egg, 1/4 cup of the bread crumbs and mix well.
  • Fill the hollowed-out zucchini with mixture and place in a lightly pan-sprayed baking dish.
  • Cover with spaghetti sauce, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and the remaining bread crumbs.
  • Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for approximately 45 minutes, until zucchini is tender but firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.1, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 46, Sodium 408.8, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 8.3, Protein 12.1

PARMESAN-PORK ZUCCHINI BOATS



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My father-in-law grows zucchini, so we try as many different recipes as we can. Stuffed with a sausage-cheese filling, these zucchini boats are hearty enough to be a main dish. We usually serve them with rice.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 medium zucchini
1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 small onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Cut each zucchini in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and pulp, leaving a 1/4-in. shell; set aside. Chop pulp; set aside., In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add garlic and zucchini pulp; saute for 3-5 minutes or until pulp is tender. Remove from the heat. Stir in the bread crumbs, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and egg. , Sprinkle salt inside zucchini shells. Fill each with 3 tablespoons meat mixture. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese., Place in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Pour water into dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Uncover; bake 15 minutes longer or until zucchini is tender and filling is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Fat 27g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 1134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

MEXICAN ZUCCHINI BOATS



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These Mexican zucchini boats are a tasty, lower carb meal and excellent way to use up excess zucchini from the garden!

Provided by foxkaren

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 olive oil cooking spray
2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and seeds scooped out
1 pound lean ground beef
¼ cup minced onion
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
½ cup fresh corn kernels
2 tablespoons minced green bell pepper
1 (1 ounce) envelope taco seasoning mix
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
¼ cup chopped scallions

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray the bottom of a baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Fill a large skillet with water and bring to a boil. Boil zucchini halves for 1 minute. Drain.
  • Heat the large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef and onion in the hot skillet until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Add tomato sauce, corn, bell pepper, and taco seasoning; cook and stir until bubbly.
  • Place zucchini halves into the prepared baking dish, cut-sides up. Scoop meat mixture into the boats and sprinkle cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tender and cheese is melted, about 30 minutes. Garnish with scallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Cholesterol 111.4 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 32.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1152.5 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right zucchini: Look for firm, medium-sized zucchini that are about 6 inches long. Avoid zucchini that are too large or too small, as they will not cook evenly.
  • Hollow out the zucchini carefully: Use a sharp knife to cut off the top of the zucchini and then scoop out the flesh, leaving a 1/2-inch thick shell. Be careful not to cut through the bottom of the zucchini.
  • Cook the chorizo thoroughly: Chorizo can be cooked in a variety of ways, but the most common method is to fry it in a pan until it is crispy. Make sure to cook the chorizo until it is no longer pink in the center.
  • Use a variety of fillings: In addition to chorizo, you can also fill your zucchini boats with other ingredients, such as vegetables, cheese, and herbs. Some popular options include bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, corn, black beans, and cilantro.
  • Bake the zucchini boats until they are tender: Zucchini boats typically take about 20 minutes to bake in a 375°F oven. The zucchini should be tender when pierced with a fork.

Conclusion:

Chorizo zucchini boats are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are a great way to use up leftover chorizo and zucchini, and they are also a healthy and filling option. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a chorizo zucchini boat recipe that everyone will love.

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