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Cooked Chicken Lollipops Recipe  on plate: Crispy glazed chicken lollipops arranged neatly on a white serving dish.

Chicken Lollipops Recipe 

A fun and mess-free twist on traditional wings, these crispy chicken lollipops recipe are shaped for easy eating, marinated for maximum flavor, and fried to golden perfection. Perfect for parties, potlucks, and family gatherings.
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Course: Appetizer, Party Food, Snack
Cuisine: American, Asian Fusion
Keyword: Best chicken lollipop recipe, Chicken lollipops recipe chinese, Chicken lollipops recipe easy, Healthy chicken lollipops recipe, Korean chicken lollipop recipe, Lollipop chicken drumsticks fried, Simple chicken lollipops recipe
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Marinating Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 210kcal
Cost: $12

Equipment

  • 1 Very sharp boning knife (For shaping the drummettes cleanly)
  • 2 Large mixing bowls (One for marinating, one for coating)
  • 1 Cutting board with groove (To catch juices when prepping)
  • 1set Measuring cups & spoons (For accurate seasoning & coating)
  • 1 Deep frying pot / Air fryer (Choose depending on method)
  • 1 Tongs or spider strainer (Safe handling during frying)
  • As needed Paper towels (For draining excess oil)

Ingredients

  • 18–20 pieces Chicken drummettes - Fresh best for lollipop shaping
  • 3 cloves Garlic - Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger paste - Fresh or store-bought
  • 3 tablespoon Soy sauce - Reduced sodium optional
  • 2 tablespoon Hot sauce - Adjust heat to taste
  • 2 tablespoon Brown sugar - Balances the spice
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour - Or gluten-free blend
  • ½ cup Cornstarch - Adds crispiness
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika - Smoked or sweet
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder - Dry seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt - Adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper - Freshly ground
  • 2 large Eggs - Beaten
  • 1½ cups Panko breadcrumbs - Extra crunch
  • As needed — Vegetable oil - For frying
  • 2 tablespoon Butter - For tossing optional
  • To serve — Dipping sauces - Ranch blue cheese, honey mustard, or spicy mayo

Instructions

  • Cut around the bone and push meat down to create the classic lollipop shape.
    Chicken lollipop ingredients: Raw chicken drumettes, flour, soy sauce, spices, and cooking oil displayed in small bowls.
  • Mix soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and seasonings to fully coat the lollipops and rest for hours.
    Breading chicken lollipops: Chicken lollipops being coated in flour and breadcrumbs with eggs and other ingredients in the background.
  • Dredge chicken through flour, egg, and panko layers to achieve a crunchy golden crust after frying.
    Frying chicken lollipops: Golden brown chicken lollipops sizzling in hot oil inside a frying pan.
  • Heat oil properly and fry in small batches until golden brown, juicy, and evenly cooked through.
    Glazed chicken lollipops: Bowl of chicken lollipops coated in a sticky soy-based sauce and garnished with fresh herbs.
  • Toss with sauce if desired and serve immediately with dipping sauces for the best flavor.
    Cooked chicken lollipops on plate: Crispy glazed chicken lollipops arranged neatly on a white serving dish.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 75g | Calories: 210kcal (11%) | Carbohydrates: 14g (5%) | Protein: 14g (28%) | Fat: 11g (17%) | Saturated Fat: 2.5g (16%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4.5g | Cholesterol: 55mg (18%) | Sodium: 320mg (14%) | Potassium: 190mg (5%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 2g (2%) | Vitamin A: 200IU (4%) | Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) | Calcium: 20mg (2%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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