Ingredients
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2 medium zucchini
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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½ medium onion, finely chopped
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1 pound lean ground chicken
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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½ teaspoon paprika
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½ teaspoon cumin
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon oregano
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
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½ cup low-fat sour cream
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½ cup pico de gallo
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1 jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced (Optional)
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3 green onions, green parts chopped
Directions
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Cut zucchini into 1/4-inch slices using a mandoline slicer. Place slices in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and toss to coat. Let drain for 30 minutes. Place slices on a clean kitchen towel and pat dry.
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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 12x18-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute until translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned, breaking meat up into small crumbles, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and discard any accumulated liquid.
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Return skillet to low heat and stir in chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, oregano, and black pepper. Keep warm.
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Place zucchini slices on the prepared baking pan in a single layer.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes.
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Remove zucchini from oven and top with chicken mixture and shredded Cheddar cheese. Return to the hot oven and bake until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes more.
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Top nachos with dollops of sour cream, pico de gallo, jalapeno, and green onions. Serve immediately.
Cook's Note:
I try and find medium zucchini that are approximately 2 inches in diameter and 10 to 12 ounces each.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
311 | Calories |
18g | Fat |
7g | Carbs |
29g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 311 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 18g | 24% |
Saturated Fat 10g | 51% |
Cholesterol 91mg | 30% |
Sodium 796mg | 35% |
Total Carbohydrate 7g | 2% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 5% |
Total Sugars 3g | |
Protein 29g | 57% |
Vitamin C 16mg | 18% |
Calcium 323mg | 25% |
Iron 2mg | 8% |
Potassium 487mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.