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Sweet n’ Spicy Chicken Lollipop

Sweet n’ Spicy Chicken Lollipop That Will Wow Your Guests

Enjoy the flavorful explosion of Sweet n’ Spicy Chicken Lollipops, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 lollipops
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2.5 to 3 pounds Chicken Drumettes Use about 18 pieces for perfect protein-rich base
  • 1 cup Cornstarch Essential for crispy texture; can use arrowroot powder as substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps create crunch
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use kosher salt for better flavor enhancement
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Chili Garlic Sauce Adjust based on spice preference
  • 1/3 cup Honey Can substitute with maple syrup or agave for vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Can use olive oil for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce if necessary
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used as a substitute

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. French each chicken drumette by cutting through the skin and tendons, scraping the meat down for a lollipop appearance.
  3. Coat drumettes with mixture of cornstarch, baking soda, and kosher salt, ensuring even coverage.
  4. Place coated drumettes on baking sheet, bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway for even browning.
  5. Prepare sauce by mixing chili garlic sauce, honey, melted butter, soy sauce, and smoked paprika in a bowl.
  6. Dunk each drumette into the sauce, shaking off excess before returning to the baking sheet.
  7. Bake for another 10 minutes, dip again into sauce, and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Serve warm, possibly with ranch or BBQ sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1lollipopCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for better results. Adjust sauce to your heat preference and ensure excess is shaken off before baking a second time for crispiness.

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