Chicken Wing Lollipop Appetizer
Transform your appetizer game with these irresistible Chicken Wing Lollipop Appetizers, a show-stopping fusion of bold flavors and unique presentation. Perfectly tender chicken wings are skillfully crafted into whimsical lollipop shapes, marinated in a savory-sweet blend of soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger, with a touch of spice from optional sriracha. Pan-seared until golden and finished with a sticky, caramelized glaze, each bite is bursting with umami goodness. Garnished with fresh green onions and nutty sesame seeds, these appetizers are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ideal for dinner parties, game-day spreads, or family gatherings, these chicken wing lollipops are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With just 25 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, you’ll have a gourmet appetizer ready to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 Chicken wings
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 inch Ginger
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tsp Sriracha (optional)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 2 Green onions (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Begin by preparing the chicken wings. Using a sharp knife, carefully separate the drumette from the flat joint, if not already separated. Push the meat down toward one end of the bone to create a lollipop shape, exposing the bone at the other end. Repeat for all wings.
Mince the garlic and grate the ginger finely.
In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, sriracha (if using), salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Place the chicken lollipops in the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade and reserve the marinade for later use.
Sear the chicken lollipops in the hot oil, cooking for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Reduce the heat to low and pour the reserved marinade into the skillet. Let it simmer, turning the chicken occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). This should take about 6-8 minutes.
Once the chicken is glazed and sticky, remove it from the pan and place it on a serving platter.
Sprinkle the lollipops with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish.
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Chicken Wing Lollipop Appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2378 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.5 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.4 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 54.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 739 mg | 246% | |
| Sodium | 6964 mg | 303% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.2 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.5 g | ||
| Protein | 135.7 g | 271% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 292 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1581 mg | 34% | |
*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.
