Spicy chili stuffed zucchini recipe
Spicy Chili Stuffed Zucchini
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Recipe intro
This spicy chili stuffed zucchini recipe is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines the freshness of zucchini with the boldness of chili. The zucchini is hollowed out and filled with a delicious mixture of ground meat, beans, spices, and cheese, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. It is then baked to perfection, resulting in a mouthwatering dish that is both healthy and comforting. With its spicy kick and hearty ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a favorite for chili lovers and zucchini enthusiasts alike.Keywords: spicy, chili, stuffed zucchini, flavorful, comforting
spicy chili stuffed zucchini recipe details
Make your extra zucchini happy with this dish–either a very hearty appetizer or a main dish. Either way, bust out some milk or beer. This is a spicy one.
Ready in: 25 mins
Ingredients
Serves: 4- 4 zucchini, halved lengthwise
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3/4 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
- 1 cup jarred pickled jalapeno chiles, finely chopped
- 8 ounces shredded cheese
Preparation method
Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 10 mins1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
2. Use a spoon to carve out the insides of the zucchini halves, leaving boat shapes. Place in a microwavable baking dish, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave for 3 minutes until crisp-tender.
3. Pour oil into a skillet and place over medium heat. Cook onion in hot oil for 3 minutes, then stir in beef and cumin and cook until beef is browned (about 4 more minutes). Add tomatoes and jalapenos.
4. Sprinkle zucchini boats with salt, then stuff with beef tomato mixture. Cover with cheese. Bake for 10 minutes.
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