The culinary blogger shared a recipe for stuffed zucchini with minced meat.

      Zucchini, chicken mince, rice, and sour cream-tomato sauce — a simple combination that turns into a complete balanced lunch or dinner.

      Stuffed zucchini with chicken mince: the recipe for the perfect dinner.

      Zucchini is a versatile vegetable. It can be fried, stewed, baked, added to salads, and baked goods. But one of the best ways is to stuff it. Zucchini pairs well with meat, rice, cheese, and sour cream sauce. The result is a hearty, healthy, and very appetizing dish. Today, I share my favorite recipe. Minimum hassle — maximum flavor.

      Why this recipe is a must-have:

      Balance. Protein from chicken mince, carbohydrates from rice, fiber from zucchini, and dairy products from the sauce and cheese — a complete and balanced meal.

      Simplicity. Everything cooks quickly, the ingredients are accessible, and the result is always excellent.

      Versatility. Suitable for both family dinners and festive tables.

      Economy. Budget-friendly ingredients — luxurious results.

      Ingredients

      For 4–6 servings:

      Zucchini — 1–2 pcs. (medium size);

      Chicken mince — 400 g;

      Cooked rice — 100 g (you can use raw, but then the baking time will increase);

      Onion — 1 medium head;

      Sour cream 15% — 3–4 tablespoons;

      Tomato paste — 2 tablespoons;

      Garlic — 1–2 cloves;

      Hard cheese — 50–70 g;

      Salt, pepper, favorite spices — to taste.

      Step-by-step preparation

      Step 1. Prepare the zucchini

      Wash and dry the zucchini. Cut each in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out the flesh with a spoon or knife, leaving walls about 0.5–0.7 cm thick. Chop the scooped-out flesh — it will go into the filling.

      Tip: If the zucchini are young, you can leave the skin on. If they are old, it's better to peel and remove the large seeds.

      Step 2. Prepare the filling

      Finely chop the onion and sauté until translucent in a small amount of oil. Add the chopped zucchini flesh and simmer for 3–4 minutes. Let it cool.

      Mix the chicken mince, cooked rice, sautéed onion, and zucchini. Season with salt, pepper, and add your favorite spices (paprika, dried garlic, thyme). Mix well.

      Step 3. Stuff the zucchini

      Tightly pack the filling into the zucchini boats. Press down slightly to avoid any air pockets.

      Step 4. Prepare the sauce

      Mix the sour cream, tomato paste, minced garlic, and 2–3 tablespoons of water. Season with salt and pepper. The consistency should be like a thick sauce.

      Step 5. Bake

      Place the stuffed zucchini in a baking dish. Pour the sauce over them — it should cover the bottom and rise slightly along the walls.

      Send to the oven preheated to 190°C for 25–30 minutes. Then sprinkle with grated cheese and bake for another 5–7 minutes until golden brown.

      Secrets of the perfect dish

      Don't overcook the zucchini. If they become too soft before baking, they will lose their shape. It's important that the walls remain firm.

      Use already cooked rice. This way, the filling will be juicier and more uniform. If you want to use raw rice, increase the baking time to 40–45 minutes.

      You can diversify the sauce. Instead of tomato paste, use fresh tomatoes or tomatoes in their own juice.

      Add herbs. Fresh dill or parsley in the filling will make the flavor even fresher.

      What to serve with

      Stuffed zucchini is good both hot and warm. Serve with:

      sour cream or Greek yogurt;

      a slice of fresh bread;

      a light green salad;

      pickled cucumbers.

      This is a complete dish that doesn't require a side, but you can add fresh vegetables for brightness.

      Variations

      With beef or pork. Replace the chicken mince with another — the taste will change, but it will remain hearty.

      With mushrooms. Add sautéed champignons to the mince — the aroma will become richer.

      Cheesy topping. If you love cheese, increase the amount to 100 g.

      Without tomato. If you don't like tomatoes, make only the sour cream sauce with garlic and herbs.

      A delicious dinner from simple ingredients

      Stuffed zucchini with chicken mince and rice is a dish that you want to cook again and again. Juicy filling, tender zucchini, aromatic sauce, and a golden cheese crust — all of this makes it a family favorite.

      Try making it — and you will see: even from simple ingredients, you can create something truly delicious and worthy of a festive table. Enjoy your meal!

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      Yulia Kazamarova

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