For the enchilada sauce:
- olive oil spray (I used my Misto)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 or 2 tbsp chipotle chile in adobo sauce, more if you like it spicy
- 1-1/2 cups tomato sauce
- 1/2 tsp chipotle chili powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 2/3 cup fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
- kosher salt and fresh pepper to taste
For the zucchini boats:
- 4 (about 32 oz total) medium zucchini 1 tsp oil
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 8 oz cooked shredded chicken breast
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp chipotle chili powder
- 3 tbsp water or fat free chicken broth
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- salt and pepper to taste
For the topping:
- 3/4 cup reduced fat shredded sharp cheddar chopped scallions and cilantro for garnish
Directions for the enchilada sauce:
In a medium saucepan, spray oil and sauté garlic. Add chipotle chiles, chili powder, cumin, chicken broth, tomato sauce, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-10 minutes. Set aside until ready to use. For the Zucchini Boats: Bring a large pot of water to boil.
Directions for the zucchini boats:
Preheat oven to 400°. Cut zucchini in half lengthwise and using a small spoon or melon baller, scoop out flesh, leaving leaving 1/4″ thick. Chop the scooped out flesh of the zucchini in small pieces and set aside.
In a large sauté pan, heat oil and add onion, garlic and bell pepper. Cook on medium-low heat for about 2-3 minutes, until tender. Add chopped zucchini and cilantro; season with salt and pepper and cook about 4 minutes.
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.
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.
Using a spoon, fill each hollowed zucchini with 1/3 cup chicken mixture, pressing firmly. Top each with 2 tablespoons of enchilada sauce, and 1 1/2 tablespoons each of shredded cheese.
Cover with foil and bake 35 minutes until cheese is melted and zucchini is tender. Top with scallions and cilantro for garnish and serve with Greek yogurt or sour cream, if desired.