For a milder flavor, substitute sweet Italian chicken sausage. Ensure the zucchini is well-drained to prevent soggy meatballs. These meatballs can be frozen after baking. Allow them to cool completely before freezing, then reheat in the oven or microwave.
Spicy Chicken Zucchini Meatballs
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME25 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS10
Embark on a flavorful adventure with these zesty chicken zucchini meatballs! A delightful blend of spicy Italian sausage and fresh zucchini, these meatballs offer a low-carb alternative to traditional recipes. Perfect as a main course, appetizer, or a creative addition to your pasta dishes.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate3 g
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Cholesterol142 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein31 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium1039 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat15 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
15 mins
Prepare the Zucchini: Lay out the shredded zucchini on a bed of clean kitchen or paper towels. Sprinkle lightly with salt and let it sit for about 15 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
02
Step
5 mins
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 12x18-inch sheet pan with parchment paper or foil. (5 minutes)
03
Step
0 mins
Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the ground chicken sausage, minced onion, grated pecorino Romano cheese, and minced garlic.
04
Step
0 mins
Squeeze Zucchini: Roll up the towel bed containing the zucchini like a jelly roll, pressing firmly to squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Unroll the towel and add the zucchini shreds to the mixing bowl with the other ingredients.
05
Step
3 mins
Add Egg and Mix: Crack the egg into the bowl and stir until all ingredients are uniformly mixed. (3 minutes)
06
Step
0 mins
Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into approximately 18 to 20 meatballs, each about 2 inches in diameter. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
07
Step
27 mins
Bake: Lightly spray the meatballs with olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven until they are lightly browned and an instant-read thermometer inserted near the center of a meatball registers 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), approximately 25 to 30 minutes.
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0 mins
Serve: Serve hot with your favorite marinara sauce as a dipping accompaniment, if desired.
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Sallie Langosh
Jun 28, 2025Easy to make and delicious! I served them over zucchini noodles with marinara sauce for a complete low-carb meal.
Antwon Cremin
Jun 25, 2025I was skeptical about the zucchini, but it works perfectly! A great way to sneak in some extra veggies.
Logan Rempel
Jun 9, 2025These meatballs were a hit at my party! The zucchini kept them moist, and the spice level was just right.