🍗🥒 High-Protein Chicken Zucchini Mini Loaves
Low-Carb • Protein-Packed • Perfect for Meal Prep
These tender mini loaves are juicy, cheesy, and packed with lean protein. The zucchini keeps them moist, while almond flour keeps them low-carb and gluten-free. Great for dinner, lunchboxes, or weekly meal prep!
🌿 Ingredients (Makes 6 Mini Loaves)
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1 lb (450g) ground chicken
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½ cup grated zucchini (squeeze out excess moisture)
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½ cup shredded mozzarella
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¼ cup almond flour
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1 large egg
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon paprika
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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Optional: 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
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Optional: chopped parsley or basil
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
Lightly grease a mini loaf pan or line a baking tray with parchment.
2️⃣ Remove Moisture
After grating zucchini, squeeze well using a clean towel — this prevents soggy loaves.
3️⃣ Mix
In a large bowl, combine:
ground chicken, zucchini, mozzarella, almond flour, egg, garlic, olive oil, and seasonings.
Mix gently until just combined (don’t overmix).
4️⃣ Shape
Divide mixture evenly into 6 mini loaves.
Place in pan or shape by hand on baking sheet.
5️⃣ Bake
Bake 20–25 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
For golden tops, broil 2–3 minutes at the end.
6️⃣ Rest
Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
🥗 Serving Ideas
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Serve with roasted vegetables
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Pair with a cucumber yogurt dip
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Enjoy with cauliflower mash
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Slice and add to lettuce wraps
🧮 Approximate Nutrition (Per Mini Loaf)
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Calories: 180–220
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Carbs: 2–3g
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Protein: 20–23g
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Fat: 10–12g
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes, replace mozzarella with dairy-free cheese or omit it entirely.
Q: Can I bake as one large loaf?
Yes! Bake 35–40 minutes instead of 20–25.
Q: Can I freeze them?
Absolutely. Freeze cooked loaves up to 2 months.
Q: How do I keep them juicy?
Don’t overbake and make sure zucchini moisture is balanced (not too wet, not too dry).
