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Sweet n’ Spicy Chicken Lollipop

Sweet n' Spicy Chicken Lollipops for Irresistible Flavor

Experience the delightful blend of spicy and sweet with these Sweet n' Spicy Chicken Lollipops, a perfect appetizer for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 lollipops
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2.5 pounds Chicken Drumettes Use 2 ½ - 3 pounds for perfect appetizer size.
For the Coating
  • 0.5 cups Cornstarch Creates that sought-after crispy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps enhance crispiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your sodium preference.
For the Sauce
  • 0.5 cups Chili Garlic Sauce Primary source of heat; substitute with sriracha for milder.
  • 0.25 cups Honey Balances out the spice.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter Adds richness; olive oil can be used for healthier version.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Boosts umami flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Introduces depth; regular paprika can suffice.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Trim skin and tendons from chicken drumettes and scrape the bone to create a lollipop shape.
  3. Arrange drumettes upright on the baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
  4. Combine cornstarch, baking soda, and salt in a bowl and coat the meaty ends of the drumettes.
  5. Bake the drumettes in the preheated oven for 30 minutes until golden-brown.
  6. Prepare the sauce by mixing chili garlic sauce, honey, melted butter, soy sauce, and smoked paprika.
  7. Take the drumettes out of the oven, dip each in the sauce, and return to the baking sheet.
  8. Bake again for an additional 10 minutes to allow the sauce to caramelize.
  9. Dip in sauce once more, return to oven for 5 minutes for maximum flavor infusion.
  10. Remove from oven and cool briefly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1lollipopCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 10gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ask your butcher to French the drumettes to save time. Always use sauces that haven't touched raw meat for safety. Feel free to experiment with sauces and spices to suit different tastes.

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