Looking for a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your zucchini? Look no further than air fryer zucchini boats! This easy recipe is perfect for busy cooks and can be customized with your favorite toppings. So why wait? Give this tasty dish a try today!
What Are Zucchini Boats?
Do you love zucchini boats? If you don’t know what they are, they are basically just hollowed-out zucchini that you fill with delicious things like cheese, sauce, and meat. They make the perfect light and healthy meal or appetizer. And now, you can make them in your air fryer! Just follow these easy steps and you’ll have a fantastic dish ready in no time.
The Perfect Low Carb Stuffed Zucchini Boats Recipe
Looking for a delicious, low-carb dinner option? Look no further than this perfect stuffed zucchini boat recipe! With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a tasty, healthy meal that everyone will love. Plus, this recipe is super easy to follow – perfect for busy cooks! Give this dish a try tonight – you won’t be disappointed.
Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Zucchini Boats
If you love zucchini boats, you will love this air fryer version! It’s a quick and easy way to make them, and the results are delicious. The best part is that you only need a few simple ingredients. So read on for the recipe, then get started cooking!
- Chicken: Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast, Cooked and Shredded
- Buffalo Sauce: Frank’s Red Hot Sauce
- Butter: Unsalted, melted butter
- Zucchini: Choose three zucchinis about the same size.
- Celery: Adds some crunch and a lot of flavors.
- Ranch Dressing: Optional, but a drizzle works well!
- Blue Cheese Crumbles!
How To Make Air Fryer Zucchini Boats
Wash and dry the zucchinis. Slice each zucchini in half lengthwise. Take a spoon and carefully hollow out each zucchini in half.
In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, hot sauce, and melted butter. Stir until combined and the chicken is coated in buffalo sauce. Add the buffalo chicken to each zucchini boat.
Place the zucchini boats into the air fryer basket. Set the temperature to 350 degrees F, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. Once it’s finished cooking, take it out of the oven and sprinkle the boats with blue cheese crumbles, chopped celery, and a drizzle of ranch dressing.
How To Cook Air Fryer Stuffed Zucchini-Tips
If you’re looking for a delicious and healthy way to enjoy stuffed zucchini, look no further than your air fryer! This easy recipe is perfect for summer when zucchini is in season. Follow these tips to make the best air fryer stuffed zucchini.
- Zucchini Or Summer Squash: You can also use summer squash.
- Size: Look for equal size zucchini that are smaller and tender. They will cook really quicker than larger ones!
- Remove The Seeds: Use a spoon and hollow out the middle of the zucchini, this will leave you with a great space to stuff your zucchini!
- Crowding: For best results do not crowd the air fryer basket. Leave plenty of room between your zucchini, so the hot air can circulate freely around the zucchini. You may need to cook in batches, depending on how large your air fryer is.
What Filling To Stuff For Air Frying Zucchini Boats?
Looking for something new to stuff your zucchini boats with? Check out this list of delicious and easy-to-make fillings, perfect for air frying! From meats and cheeses to veggies and fruits, there’s something here for everyone. So get cooking and enjoy a tasty, healthy meal!
- Vegetarian: Add your favorite vegetables, such as diced tomatoes, peppers, onions, and maybe some cooked tofu.
- Mexican Zucchini Boats: Add some cooked taco meat and all of your favorite toppings!
- Breakfast Zucchini Boats: Add some cooked eggs, bacon, sausage, and some cheese.
- Pizza Zucchini Boats: Add some pizza sauce, some shredded mozzarella cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings!
How To Serve
Naturally, gluten-free zucchini boats are a great alternative for a keto-friendly, and low-carb snack, appetizer, or quick lunch.
You can serve these with a garden salad, a plate of rice or pasta, or even some tasty Air Fryer Garlic Bread!
How To Store
Let cool to room temperature, then place into an airtight container. They will last in the refrigerator for about 2 to 3 days.
To Freeze Air Fryer Zucchini Boats: Let the zucchini boats cool to room temperature and then place them into a freezer-safe container or freezer bag. They will keep in the freezer for about 1 month.
When you want to serve your zucchini place it overnight in the refrigerator, and then reheat the zucchini boats in the air fryer. Heat until the zucchini boats are warmed through.
How To Make Ahead
You can easily make these ahead of time. Cover and refrigerate, until it’s time to air fry them up. This makes for a perfect summer lunch or dinner! My kids love these, and there are so many toppings to make them kid-friendly!
More Air Fryer Zucchini Recipes:
If you’re like us, you went a little crazy buying zucchini at the farmers market last week. Here are three new air fryer recipes to help you use up your bounty!
Air Fryer Zucchini Brownies: These brownies are so good, that no one will ever know they’re made with zucchini! Ready to try them for yourself?
Air Fryer Zucchini Pie: The air fryer is one of my favorite kitchen gadgets. I love that it cooks food quickly and with little mess. Today, I’m going to show you how to make an air fryer zucchini pie. This is a great way to use up surplus zucchini from your garden, and it’s also a healthy alternative to traditional pies. Let’s get started!
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Looking for a fun and healthy way to enjoy your zucchini? Check out these air fryer zucchini boats! They're easy to make and taste great. Plus, they're a perfect way to use up any extra zucchini you have. So give them a try today!
- 3 chicken breast cooked and shredded
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce Frank's Red Hot
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 3 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons blue cheese crumbled
- 2 stalks celery diced
- 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
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Wash and dry the zucchinis. Slice each zucchini in half lengthwise. Take a spoon and carefully hollow out each zucchini in half.
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In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, hot sauce, and melted butter. Stir until combined and the chicken is coated in buffalo sauce. Add the buffalo chicken to each zucchini boat.
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Place the zucchini boats into the air fryer basket. Set the temperature to 350 degrees F, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. Once it’s finished cooking, take it out of the oven and sprinkle the boats with blue cheese crumbles, chopped celery, and a drizzle of ranch dressing.
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