Crispy Zucchini Chicken Patties with Creamy Herb Dip

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Crispy Zucchini Chicken Patties with Creamy Herb Dip

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 10 minutes

Servings: 4 (makes 8 patties)

Ingredients

 Ground chicken: 1 lb (450 g)

 Zucchini: 1 medium, grated and squeezed dry

 Parmesan cheese: ½ cup, grated

 Garlic powder: 1 tsp

 Egg: 1 large

 Salt and pepper: ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper

 Olive oil: 2 tbsp (for cooking)

 Sour cream or Greek yogurt: ½ cup (for sauce)

 Fresh dill or parsley: 2 tbsp, finely chopped (for sauce)

Instructions

1. Prep the zucchini: Shred the zucchini, wrap it in a clean kitchen towel or paper towel, and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.

2. Mix the patties: In a bowl, combine the ground chicken, dried zucchini, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, egg, salt, and pepper until uniform. Form into 8 equal patties.

3. Cook: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Fry patties for 4–5 minutes on each side until crisp, golden-brown, and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

4. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, stir together the sour cream (or Greek yogurt), fresh chopped herbs, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of pepper.

  1. 5. Serve: Place the hot patties on a plate and serve immediately alongside the herb dip.