Heart-Healthy Chicken Lollipops
Indulge in a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite with these Heart-Healthy Chicken Lollipops, a protein-packed dish that’s big on flavor yet kind to your heart. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, and dried thyme, these chicken drumettes are transformed into adorable “lollipops” using a simple frenching technique that makes them both fun and easy to eat. Baked to golden perfection in the oven—no frying required—this recipe highlights heart-smart cooking with olive oil and a splash of zesty lemon juice for added brightness. With a garnish of fresh parsley, these tender bites are ideal as a nutritious appetizer or light entrée. Ready in under an hour, they’re a deliciously wholesome addition to your mealtime repertoire!
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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.
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, and dried thyme. Whisk until well combined.
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.
Arrange the coated chicken lollipops on the prepared baking tray, spacing them apart to ensure even cooking.
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).
Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle the lemon juice over the hot chicken lollipops.
Let them rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for added flavor and color.
Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy chicken lollipops as a tasty appetizer or entrée!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1587 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.6 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.8 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 534 mg | 178% | |
| Sodium | 432 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 109.6 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 110 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1442 mg | 31% | |
*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.
