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Zucchini cannelloni with chicken

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Today we are making zucchini cannelloni with chicken, a simple and delicious spin on classic cannelloni. We fill thin zucchini ribbons with a mixture of shredded chicken and hard-boiled egg, then top them with tomato sauce and melted cheese for a cosy homemade dish that makes your mouth water the moment you see it.

Prep: 20 minCook: 10 minServes: 2

Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you need for this recipe

  • 1 Zucchini
  • 1 Handful of shredded chicken
  • 2 Hard-boiled eggs
  • Garlic powder
  • Dried parsley
  • Ground cayenne pepper
  • Healthy tomato sauce
  • Low-fat grated protein cheese

Step by step

Method

  1. 1Wash the zucchini thoroughly.
  2. 2Using a mandoline, slice it lengthwise into thin ribbons.
  3. 3Cook the zucchini slices briefly on a hot griddle or skillet and set aside.
  4. 4Preheat the oven to 180ºC.
  5. 5Place the shredded chicken and hard-boiled eggs into a food processor.
  6. 6Blend well until you get a smooth paste.
  7. 7Season to taste with garlic powder, parsley, and ground cayenne.
  8. 8Place a small spoonful of the filling onto each zucchini strip and roll it up.
  9. 9Repeat the process until you have used all the zucchini.
  10. 10Arrange the rolls in an ovenproof baking dish.
  11. 11Spoon a little healthy tomato sauce over the top.
  12. 12Sprinkle with a handful of grated cheese.
  13. 13Bake for about 5 minutes until the cheese is nicely melted.
  14. 14Done! Our zucchini cannelloni with chicken are ready to enjoy.

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