Chicken Chowder Stuffed Zucchini
Ingredients
2 slices bacon, thinly sliced
4 large zucchini, halved lengthwise
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 scallions, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 tsp. smoked paprika
1 tsp. ground coriander
1/2 c. cherry tomatoes, halved
1 1/2 c. fresh corn
2 tsp. cornstarch
3/4 c. half-and-half
1 1/2 c. shredded rotisserie chicken
1 c. shredded white cheddar
1/4 c. thinly sliced basil
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until golden, 6 minutes. Transfer bacon to a plate and reserve bacon fat.
- Preheat oven to 375°.
- Using a paring knife, score zucchini and scoop out insides, leaving a 1/4” thick border intact. Transfer zucchini boats to a large baking sheet. Brush generously with bacon fat and season with salt and pepper. Bake until just tender, about 15 minutes.
- Return skillet to medium heat and heat 2 tablespoons bacon fat. Add scallions, garlic, paprika, coriander, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, tomatoes, and corn. Cook until tomatoes are jammy, 6 minutes.
- Stir in cornstarch until no lumps remain, then add half & half and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and cook until thickened, 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar, shredded chicken, and basil until smooth and melty.
- Transfer zucchini boats to a 9”-x-13” baking dish and spoon chowder into zucchini. Bake until zucchini is tender and cheese is melty, 15 to 18 minutes.
- Top with bacon before serving.