Golden Chicken Lollipops Appetizer

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Golden Chicken Lollipops! Featuring tender chicken drumettes transformed into playful lollipop shapes, this recipe delivers a perfect blend of crispy, golden-brown coating and juicy, flavorful meat. A spiced batter infused with turmeric, smoked paprika, and garlic powder creates a vibrant, aromatic crust, while a drizzle of honey adds a subtle sweetness that perfectly balances the spices. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, these fried chicken lollipops are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleasing appetizer pairs beautifully with dipping sauces like spicy mayo or ranch, making it ideal for game days, parties, or any festive gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Chicken drumettes
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 large Egg
• 0.75 cup Cold water
• 4 cups Cooking oil (for frying)
• 2 tablespoons Honey (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Chopped parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the chicken by trimming off any excess fat and pulling back the meat from the bottom of the drumette bone to form a 'lollipop' shape. Pat the drumettes dry with paper towels and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, turmeric powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

In a smaller bowl, beat the egg and mix it with the cold water. Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, whisking until a smooth batter forms. The batter should be slightly thick but runny enough to easily coat the chicken.

Step 4

Heat the cooking oil in a deep pot or fryer over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature if possible.

Step 5

Dip each chicken lollipop into the batter, ensuring it is evenly coated. Carefully lower the coated chicken into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Step 6

Fry each batch for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried lollipops to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 7

Drizzle the fried chicken lollipops with a touch of honey while they are still warm and sprinkle with chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.

Step 8

Serve the golden chicken lollipops hot with your favorite dipping sauce on the side, such as spicy mayo or ranch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1979.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10422.6

Total Fat 1048.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 161.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 753.5mg	0%
Sodium 3356.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.8g	0%
Total Sugars 35.2g
Protein 128.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 145.7mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 1629.8mg	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: 89.4%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 5.7%