Zucchini Chicken Fritters Recipe
These cheesy zucchini chicken fritters are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and made with ground chicken, fresh zucchini, and parmesan cheese.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 zucchini grated
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 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 freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- sliced green onions for garnish, optional
- chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Drain the zucchini. Place the grated zucchini in a colander and toss with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Let it stand for 10 minutes; then, wring the zucchini dry with kitchen towels.
- Make the fritters mixture. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken with the shredded zucchini, egg, flour, mozzarella, parmesan, green onions, parsley, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well until completely combined.
- Cook. Heat the 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 them to the pan. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Add more oil, if needed, and cook the fritters in batches - do not crowd the pan.
- Serve. Remove the cooked fritters from the pan and transfer them to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Then garnish them with onions and parsley, and serve with your favorite condiments or dips, such as ketchup, yogurt, mayonnaise, sriracha, or aioli.
Notes
- This recipe serves 4 as a meal, but can serve 6 to 8 if served as an appetizer.
Nutrition
Calories: 437kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 172mg | Sodium: 398mg | Potassium: 808mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 676IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 226mg | Iron: 2mg
