Zucchini Chicken “Tacos”

3 zucchini, cut lengthwise

½ cup salsa

1 lb ground chicken

1 tbsp tomato paste + 1 cup water

Juice from 1 lime

1 tbsp chili powder

1 tsp salt

½ tsp pepper

1 tsp cumin

½ tsp dried oregano 

¼ tsp garlic powder 

¼ tsp onion powder 

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Cut zucchini lengthwise and use a spoon to remove the center. Spread salsa across a baking sheet and place zucchini on top. Drizzle with olive oil and just a pinch of salt and pepper. Bake for 15 mins. 

Add ground chicken to a medium pan. Whisk together the cup of water and tbsp of tomato paste in a small bowl. Once the chicken is almost fully cooked, pour in the tomato paste and add the lime juice and all seasoning. Let simmer until the liquid is absorbed and thick. 

Scoop the chicken into the zucchini boats and bake for another 5-10 mins. 

Top with salsa from the pan, cotija cheese, cilantro.