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Plate of golden Chicken Zucchini Poppers, garnished with parsley, served with a creamy dipping sauce in a small white bowl. The dish has a fresh, homemade look with visible zucchini in the poppers.

Chicken Zucchini Poppers

Chicken Zucchini Poppers are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor, making them the perfect snack or meal. They're a great way to sneak veggies into meals, loved by kids and adults alike.
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Course: Appetizer, dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken and shredded zucchini, Chicken poppers recipe, Chicken zucchini baby food, Chicken Zucchini Poppers, Chicken zucchini poppers air fryer, Ground chicken zucchini pasta, Paleo Chicken and Zucchini recipes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 24 poppers
Calories: 60kcal
Cost: $11

Equipment

  • 1 Box grater (For grating zucchini)
  • 2 Clean kitchen towels (To squeeze moisture from the zucchini)
  • 1 Large mixing bowl (To combine all ingredients)
  • 1 Cookie scoop (For portioning poppers evenly (1.5 tablespoon size))
  • 1 12-inch Skillet (For pan-frying poppers in batches)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground Chicken - Can swap with ground turkey or chicken thighs
  • 2 Medium Zucchini - Grate and squeeze out moisture
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • ¼ cup Almond Flour - Can swap with breadcrumbs or panko for non-paleo versions
  • ¼ cup Grated Parmesan
  • 2 cloves Fresh Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper - Black pepper
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil - Olive oil for frying
  • 2 tablespoon Parsley (chopped) - For garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest - Optional for added freshness
  • ¼ teaspoon Red pepper flakes - Optional for a little heat

Instructions

  • Grate the zucchini using a box grater to get the shredded texture for the poppers.
  • Sprinkle salt over the zucchini and let it sit for 10 minutes. Afterward, squeeze the zucchini hard to remove excess moisture.
  • Combine the grated zucchini, ground chicken, eggs, Parmesan, garlic, and seasonings in a large bowl.
  • Use a cookie scoop to form the mixture into even portions, then flatten each into a small patty.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the poppers on both sides until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an approximation. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popper | Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 140mg | Potassium: 70mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.5mg