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Chicken Zucchini Poppers

Crispy Chicken Zucchini Poppers You’ll Crave for Every Snack

Enjoy these crispy Chicken Zucchini Poppers that blend health and flavor into a perfect snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 poppers
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Poppers
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Breast Substitute with ground turkey, pork, or beef if needed.
  • 1 medium Zucchini Grated and moisture squeezed out.
  • 3 tablespoons Green Onions Can substitute with leeks.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Substitute with parsley or basil if preferred.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh or frozen.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Optional for Tex-Mex flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Oil For cooking; use avocado oil if frying.
Optional Dipping Sauces
  • 1 cup Guacamole
  • 1 cup Salsa
  • 1 cup Ranch

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Air fryer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by grating the zucchini and squeeze firmly to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a bowl, combine ground chicken, zucchini, green onions, cilantro, garlic, salt, pepper, and cumin. Mix well.
  3. Shape the mixture into balls, each about 1-2 inches in diameter.
Cooking
  1. To pan-fry, heat oil in a skillet and cook the poppers for about 5-6 minutes per side.
  2. To bake, preheat oven to 400°F, place on a lined baking sheet, and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  3. To air fry, preheat air fryer to 400°F and cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway.
  4. Once cooked, serve alongside dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 4poppersCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 24gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure you squeeze out excess moisture from zucchini for optimal texture.

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