Cheesy Zucchini Chicken Bites with Honey-Lemon Dip

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Tender chicken bites blended with grated zucchini and cheddar, baked until golden, served with a sweet-tangy dipping sauce that hides the veggies kids love. This American-inspired kid-friendly recipe, ready in about 42 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, zucchini, whole wheat breadcrumbs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 22 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grate 1 medium zucchini until you have 1 cup packed, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 1 pound chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch cubes), 1 cup grated zucchini, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup cheddar, 1 large egg, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; mix until fully incorporated.
  3. Step 3: Form mixture into 16 small patties (about 1-inch thick), place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and brush with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 12 minutes, flip gently, brush with another 1 tablespoon olive oil, then bake 8-10 more minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Step 5: Whisk 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice until smooth for dipping sauce.

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