Description
Indulge in the irresistible comfort of Chicken Zucchini Fritters, a delightful treat that combines ground chicken and fresh zucchini into crispy, flavorful patties. Perfect for any occasion, these fritters serve as a delicious appetizer, a fun snack, or a light meal option for the whole family. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and bursting with flavor from a mix of spices and herbs, they are sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. Serve them warm alongside your favorite dipping sauce or incorporate them into salads and sandwiches for versatile meal options. Enjoy a healthy twist on comfort food with these nutritious fritters!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 2 medium zucchini (about 2 cups grated)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
- ¼ cup olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a kitchen towel.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, zucchini, egg, flour, Parmesan cheese, and spices. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into 3-inch patties.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook fritters for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (45g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg