Chicken and Cheddar Zucchini Cakes Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Chicken and Cheddar Zucchini Cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that combines shredded zucchini, cooked chicken, and cheddar cheese. Perfect as a main course or a side dish, they are easy to prepare and packed with flavor.

This chicken recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken and incorporates fresh vegetables, making it a nutritious option for any meal.

Savory Chicken and Cheddar Zucchini Cakes

These cakes are made with grated zucchini, shredded chicken, and sharp cheddar cheese, all bound together with eggs and breadcrumbs. They are pan-fried until golden brown and crispy on the outside, while remaining tender and moist on the inside. The recipe yields about 6 servings and takes approximately 30 minutes to prepare and cook.

Ingredients

2 medium zucchinis, grated and excess moisture squeezed out
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil for frying

Instructions

Prep the Zucchini: Grate the zucchinis and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, beaten eggs, breadcrumbs, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Form the Cakes: Using your hands, form the mixture into patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter.
Cook the Cakes: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the zucchini cakes in batches, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Drain and Serve: Remove the cakes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or as is.