Heart-Healthy Chicken Lollipops
Delight your taste buds with these Heart-Healthy Chicken Lollipops, a guilt-free twist on a classic crowd-pleaser! Perfectly seasoned with a fragrant blend of garlic powder, smoked paprika, and dried thyme, these oven-baked chicken drumettes are transformed into fun, lollipop-shaped bites using the Frenching technique. Drizzled with zesty lemon juice and garnished with freshly chopped parsley, they deliver bold flavor without the deep-fried guilt. Ideal for an appetizer or a light entrée, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients like olive oil and lean protein to create a dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in under an hour, these chicken lollipops are the ultimate heart-healthy comfort food for your next gathering.
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Ingredients
- 12 pieces Chicken drumettes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Step 2
Prepare the chicken drumettes by frenching them. Use a sharp knife to cut around the bone at the thicker end of the drumette, pulling the meat down towards the opposite end to form a lollipop shape.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, and dried thyme. Whisk until well combined.
Step 4
Place the chicken lollipops in a large bowl or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the spice and oil mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated evenly.
Step 5
Arrange the coated chicken lollipops on the prepared baking tray, spacing them apart to ensure even cooking.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown. You can check the internal temperature to ensure it reads 165°F (75°C).
Step 7
Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle the lemon juice over the hot chicken lollipops.
Step 8
Let them rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for added flavor and color.
Step 9
Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy chicken lollipops as a tasty appetizer or entrée!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (675.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1587.2 |
| Total Fat 121.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 534mg | 0% |
| Sodium 431.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 9.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.1g | |
| Protein 109.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 110.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1442.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories