Chicken Enchilada Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, spray oil and sauté garlic.

Step 2

Add chipotle chiles, chili powder, cumin, chicken broth, tomato sauce, salt and pepper and bring to a boil.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-10 minutes. Set aside until ready to use.

Step 4

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Step 5

Cut zucchini in half lengthwise and using a small spoon or melon baller, scoop out flesh, leaving 1/4" thick.

Step 6

Chop the scooped out flesh of the zucchini in small pieces and set aside.

Step 7

In a large saute pan, heat oil and add onion, garlic and bell pepper.

Step 8

Cook on medium-low heat for about 2-3 minutes, until tender.

Step 9

Add chopped zucchini and cilantro; season with salt and pepper and cook about 4 minutes.

Step 10

Add the cumin, oregano, chili powder, water, and tomato paste and cook a few more minutes, then add in chicken; mix and cook 3 more minutes.

Step 11

Place 1/4 cup of the enchilada sauce on the bottom of a large (or 2 small) baking dish, and place zucchini halves cut side up.

Step 12

Using a spoon, fill each hollowed zucchini with 1/3 cup chicken mixture, pressing firmly.

Step 13

Top each with 2 tablespoons of enchilada sauce, and 1 1/2 tablespoons each of shredded cheese.

Step 14

Cover with foil and bake 35 minutes until cheese is melted and zucchini is tender.

Step 15

Top with scallions and cilantro for garnish and serve with Greek yogurt or sour cream, if desired.