Dairy-Free Chicken Lollipops

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Dairy-Free Chicken Lollipops, a perfect blend of crispy texture and bold flavor! This crowd-pleasing recipe transforms tender chicken drumettes into playful lollipop shapes, marinated in a zesty mix of soy sauce, coconut aminos, ginger, garlic, and a touch of heat from hot sauce. Coated in a light cornstarch crust and fried to golden perfection, these lollipops are garnished with sesame seeds and fresh green onions for a delectable finishing touch. Designed for dairy-free diets, this recipe is a must-try for party platters, snack spreads, or game-day feasts. Ready in under an hour and bursting with umami goodness, these chicken lollipops are sure to delight family and friends alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces chicken drumettes
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 cups oil for frying
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the chicken lollipops. Using a sharp knife, cut around the base of the chicken drumette bone, push the meat down to create a lollipop shape, and trim any excess skin or tendons. Repeat for all the pieces.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, coconut aminos, minced garlic, grated ginger, brown sugar, hot sauce, and rice vinegar. Mix well to create the marinade.

Step 3

Add the chicken lollipops to the marinade and mix until each piece is well coated. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

Step 4

Once marinated, remove the chicken lollipops from the marinade and let them come to room temperature, enhancing even cooking.

Step 5

In a paper or plastic bag, combine cornstarch and black pepper. Add the marinated chicken lollipops a few at a time, shaking the bag to coat them evenly with the cornstarch mixture.

Step 6

In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Once it reaches 350°F (175°C), carefully add the chicken lollipops, a few at a time, to avoid overcrowding.

Step 7

Fry the lollipops for about 10-12 minutes or until they are cooked through and golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking. Use a slotted spoon to remove the lollipops from the oil and transfer them to a tray lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 8

Once all the lollipops are fried, sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Step 9

Serve the Dairy-Free Chicken Lollipops hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1275.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5617.3

Total Fat 571.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 534mg	0%
Sodium 2876.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.5g	0%
Total Sugars 18.7g
Protein 113.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 115.4mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 1496.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 88.9%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 3.3%