Cheesy Zucchini Chicken Fritters

5 from 12 votes

Cheesy Zucchini Chicken Fritters

This easy delicious recipe combines ground chicken, mozzarella, parmesan, and zucchini into golden-brown fritters that are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Total Time30

Course: Appetizer / Lunch / Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chicken patties, courgette fritters, zucchini fritters

Servings:

Author: Katerina | Diethood

Ingredients

1 zucchini, grated
1 pound ground chicken breasts
1 large egg
⅓ cup coconut flour, almond flour, or all purpose flour
1 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
2 green onions, thinly sliced, green and white parts
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Sliced green onions, for garnish, optional
Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Place grated zucchini in a colander and toss with 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Let stand 10 minutes; then wring zucchini dry with kitchen towels.
In a large bowl, combine chicken, shredded zucchini, egg, flour, mozzarella, parmesan, green onions, parsley, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well until completely combined.
Heat oil in a large non-stick pan set over medium heat.
Using an ice cream scoop or a large spoon, scoop out the chicken mixture and transfer it to the pan, then slightly flatten to make a patty.
You can also form them into a patty with your hands and then add to the pan.
Cook for 4 to 6 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Add more oil, if needed.
Cook the fritters in batches; do not crowd the pan.
Remove from pan and garnish with onions and parsley.
Serve with your favorite condiments or dip: ketchup, yogurt, mayonnaise, sriracha, aioli, etc..

Notes

SERVES 4 as a meal; SERVES 6+ if served as an appetizer. Nutritional Facts are based on 4 servings.
NET CARBS: 4 g

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