Cheesy Bacon Zucchini Boats
Published: Friday, September 11, 2026
3 or 4 slices bacon
3 medium zucchini
1 medium onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
2/3 c. Parmesan cheese, shredded
Black pepper, to taste
½ c. mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/3 c. butter, melted
6 tsp. fine breadcrumbs
Preheat oven to 375°. Dice bacon and brown in skillet. Remove and drain on paper towel. Reserve grease.
Cut zucchini in half lengthwise. Microwave on a microwave-safe plate, cut side down, for about 3-4 minutes to soften. Using a kitchen towel to protect your hands, remove zucchini pulp using a spoon.
In reserved grease, slightly sauté onions until soft and translucent. Add zucchini pulp and garlic to onions and cook a few more minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese, bacon and pepper; remove from heat.
Place zucchini halves in a baking dish. Cover the bottom of each zucchini with a small amount of mozzarella. Fill shells with the hot filling. Melt butter in a small bowl in the microwave. Add breadcrumbs. Top each zucchini with about 1 teaspoon of crumbs. Bake 35-45 minutes until zucchini are tender, the filling is bubbly, and breadcrumbs are browned. —6 servings.
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