Juicy chicken patties made with zucchini, mozzarella, and flavorful spices create a satisfying bun-free
burger that delivers classic comfort food taste with a lighter twist.
Dietary Highlights:
- WW-Friendly
- High Protein
- Lower Carb Option
- Gluten-Free Friendly
- Meal Prep Friendly
Ingredients
Zucchini Chicken Patties
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated and squeezed completely dry
- 1 lb (450 g) ground chicken
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided (¼ cup for mixture and ½ cup for topping)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Dried Italian herbs, optional
Burger Assembly
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Mayonnaise, cream cheese, or yogurt-based sauce (use a measured portion for WW tracking)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Grate zucchini and place it in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze firmly to remove as much moisture as possible.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine zucchini, ground chicken, ¼ cup mozzarella, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and optional Italian herbs.
- Mix until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions and shape each into a flat patty.
- Place patties on the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the tops.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
- Allow patties to cool slightly before assembling.
- Create each burger using two patties with lettuce, tomato, and your chosen sauce between them.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve.
Additional Notes
- Removing excess moisture from the zucchini is essential for firm, easy-to-handle patties.
- Use a measured amount of sauce to keep the recipe aligned with your WW goals.
- Fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables, and flavorful spices help keep this lighter burger satisfying.