Description
Chicken Zucchini Poppers are a delightful blend of juicy chicken and fresh zucchini, all baked to crispy perfection. These bite-sized snacks are not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste. Perfect for gatherings, weeknight dinners, or as healthy snacks, they combine wholesome ingredients with savory spices for an explosion of flavor in every bite. The oven-baked technique ensures you enjoy all the deliciousness without the extra calories from frying. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and watch them disappear!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Ketchup and sriracha for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mince the boneless chicken breasts until finely chopped.
- Grate the zucchinis and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel.
- In a bowl, combine minced chicken, grated zucchini, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Shape the mixture into bite-sized poppers and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper (30g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg