Chicken Zucchini Poppers
Crispy baked poppers made with ground chicken and fresh zucchini, perfect as a healthy snack or appetizer.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Baking sheet
- Wire rack
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
Ingredients
Chicken Mixture
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 zucchini grated and squeezed dry
- 1 egg large
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs or almond flour
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Grate zucchini and squeeze out all excess moisture using a kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, zucchini, egg, cheese, breadcrumbs, and seasonings.
- Mix gently until just combined.
- Roll mixture into small balls and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Brush lightly with oil and bake 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Broil for 2 minutes for extra color if desired.
- Serve warm with dipping sauce.
Notes
Great for meal prep and freezer friendly.