High-Protein Chicken Zucchini (Print View)

Savory fritters made from shredded chicken, grated zucchini, and fresh herbs for a wholesome dish.

# Components:

→ Proteins

01 - 12 oz cooked chicken breast, finely shredded (rotisserie or poached)
02 - 2 large eggs

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 medium zucchinis (approximately 10.5 oz), grated
04 - 2 spring onions, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Binders & Fillers

06 - ½ cup almond flour
07 - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

→ Seasonings

09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
11 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

→ For Cooking

12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Place grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible.
02 - In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, eggs, drained zucchini, spring onions, garlic, almond flour, Parmesan, parsley, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until thoroughly combined.
03 - Warm 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
04 - Scoop approximately ¼ cup of the mixture per fritter into the skillet and gently flatten with a spatula.
05 - Cook each fritter for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Add remaining olive oil as necessary and cook in batches.
06 - Transfer fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot, optionally garnished with extra parsley or a dollop of Greek yogurt.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High in protein for sustained energy
  • Gluten-free and low-carb option suitable for many diets
02 -
  • For a dairy-free version, omit Parmesan or use a dairy-free alternative
  • Swap almond flour for oat flour (not gluten-free) or chickpea flour
03 -
  • Make sure to squeeze out zucchini moisture thoroughly to avoid soggy fritters
  • Cook fritters in batches to maintain even cooking and crispiness
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