These Sweet Potato Chicken Poppers are a delicious, healthy snack or appetizer that’s both Paleo and AIP-friendly. Packed with flavor, these poppers combine ground chicken with the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes, creating a tender, savory bite that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re following a specific dietary plan or just looking for a wholesome dish, these poppers are sure to please!
Recipe Overview
Servings: 4-6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Calories: ~250 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and grated
- 1 lb ground chicken (preferably free-range or organic)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (optional for AIP)
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Sweet Potato:
Grate the sweet potato using a box grater or food processor. Squeeze out any excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. This will help keep the poppers from being too wet.
2. Make the Poppers Mixture:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated sweet potato, ground chicken, chopped onion, fresh parsley, coconut flour, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, black pepper (if using), and dried thyme. Add lemon juice if you want a zesty kick. Use your hands to mix everything together thoroughly until it’s well combined.
3. Form the Poppers:
With your hands, shape the mixture into small poppers or meatballs, about 1 to 1 ½ inches in diameter.
4. Cook the Poppers:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the sweet potato chicken poppers in batches (don’t overcrowd the pan). Cook each batch for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C).
5. Serve:
Once the poppers are cooked, remove them from the skillet and let them rest for a minute. Serve warm as a snack, appetizer, or main dish.
6. Enjoy:
These Sweet Potato Chicken Poppers are perfect on their own, or served with a dipping sauce like avocado or paleo-friendly ranch.
Tips & Variations:
- Add some veggies: Try mixing in some finely chopped zucchini or spinach for extra nutrition.
- For extra crispiness, bake the poppers in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Make a larger batch: You can easily double the recipe and freeze the poppers for a quick meal or snack later.
These Sweet Potato Chicken Poppers are a perfect healthy option for those following Paleo or AIP diets, but they are so tasty that everyone will enjoy them! Tender, savory, and slightly sweet, these poppers will quickly become a favorite in your meal rotation.
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Sweet Potato Chicken Poppers (Paleo & AIP) – Tender, Flavorful & Healthy
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Description
These Sweet Potato Chicken Poppers are a delicious, healthy snack or appetizer that’s both Paleo and AIP-friendly. Packed with flavor, these poppers combine ground chicken with the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes, creating a tender, savory bite that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re following a specific dietary plan or just looking for a wholesome dish, these poppers are sure to please!
Ingredients
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and grated
- 1 lb ground chicken (preferably free-range or organic)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (optional for AIP)
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
Grate the sweet potato using a box grater or food processor. Squeeze out any excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. This will help keep the poppers from being too wet.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated sweet potato, ground chicken, chopped onion, fresh parsley, coconut flour, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, black pepper (if using), and dried thyme. Add lemon juice if you want a zesty kick. Use your hands to mix everything together thoroughly until it’s well combined.
With your hands, shape the mixture into small poppers or meatballs, about 1 to 1 ½ inches in diameter.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the sweet potato chicken poppers in batches (don’t overcrowd the pan). Cook each batch for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C).
Once the poppers are cooked, remove them from the skillet and let them rest for a minute. Serve warm as a snack, appetizer, or main dish.
These Sweet Potato Chicken Poppers are perfect on their own, or served with a dipping sauce like avocado or paleo-friendly ranch.
Notes
- Add some veggies: Try mixing in some finely chopped zucchini or spinach for extra nutrition.
- For extra crispiness, bake the poppers in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Make a larger batch: You can easily double the recipe and freeze the poppers for a quick meal or snack later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~250 per serving